US President Donald Trump has dismissed criticism of a new agreement with Iran, calling opponents of the deal “fools” as debate intensifies over its terms and potential global impact.
The accord, signed by Trump and Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian in France, is intended to end recent hostilities, reopen the strategic Strait of Hormuz, and establish a framework for renewed negotiations over Iran’s nuclear programme.
Speaking after the signing ceremony, Trump said the agreement was already delivering economic benefits, citing rising stock markets and falling oil prices. He argued that critics were driven by political motives rather than the deal’s tangible outcomes.
The agreement is expected to bring an end to the conflict involving the United States, Israel, and Iran, while restoring shipping routes through the Strait of Hormuz—one of the world’s most critical energy corridors. A 60-day negotiation window will now begin as both sides work toward a broader, long-term settlement addressing Iran’s nuclear activities.
Under the current framework, the United States will ease certain oil sanctions on Iran. In parallel, discussions are expected to explore a potential reconstruction fund reportedly worth hundreds of billions of dollars. The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) has signaled readiness to oversee aspects of Iran’s enriched uranium stockpiles as part of any final arrangement.
International reactions have been mixed. French President Emmanuel Macron welcomed the deal, calling it an important step toward regional stability and peace. Iranian President Pezeshkian described the agreement as “historic,” emphasizing that implementation is now the priority.
However, the deal has drawn sharp criticism from some US lawmakers and analysts. Republican Senator Bill Cassidy called it “one of the worst foreign policy mistakes in decades,” arguing that Iran had secured major concessions without sufficient limitations on its nuclear programme.
Iranian officials have also made clear that their ballistic missile programme will remain off the negotiating table, insisting it is a core element of national defence and not subject to external restrictions.
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