Former Secretary of State Mike Pompeo sharply criticized a proposed agreement between the United States and Iran, arguing that it contradicts an America First approach. He warned that the deal would provide Tehran with financial relief while allowing it to continue advancing its nuclear program and supporting regional militancy, and urged stronger action to limit Iran’s military capabilities and regional influence.

Senator Ted Cruz and other Republicans echoed those concerns, saying any agreement that grants Iran economic benefits while it retains the ability to enrich uranium or threaten regional waterways would be a serious mistake. Cruz cautioned that an outcome in which Iran’s Islamist leadership continues to chant 'death to America' while gaining billions of dollars and nuclear capacity would undermine recent military gains.

President Donald Trump announced that final details of the agreement would be released soon, following calls with leaders from the Middle East and beyond. According to reports, the framework includes ending hostilities, resolving tensions in the Strait of Hormuz, and launching a 30-day negotiation window toward a broader accord. Officials indicated that a central provision would require Iran to give up its stockpile of highly enriched uranium as part of the deal.