May 24, 2026diplomaticForeign policyWar powersNational securityEnergy marketsForeign PolicyWar PowersExecutive Power
Trump tells negotiators not to rush as Iran deal details emerge
President Donald Trump told negotiators not to rush into an Iran agreement as details emerged about a potential deal to end the war. The framework under discussion included reopening the Strait of Hormuz, ending the U.S. blockade of Iranian ports, limited oil-sales waivers, sanctions relief only after compliance, and steps for Iran to dilute or transfer highly enriched uranium. The negotiating track involved Marco Rubio, Steve Witkoff, Jared Kushner, Iranian officials, and regional mediators. It drew criticism from Republican hawks including Ted Cruz, Roger Wicker, Lindsey Graham, Tom Cotton, Thom Tillis, Mike Pompeo, and John Bolton, while Rand Paul defended diplomacy and Netanyahu raised security concerns.