The Associated Press reports that “Iran’s chief of staff of the armed forces said Wednesday a $38 billion aid deal between the United States and Israel makes Iran more determined to strengthen its military.”

“In comments broadcast live on Iranian state TV, Gen Mohammad Hossein Bagheri said the U.S.-Israel aid deal ‘will make us more determined in strengthening the defense power of the country.’ He spoke at an annual military parade.”

“Last week the U.S signed an unprecedented new security agreement with Israel that will give the Israeli military $38 billion over 10 years.”