Trump takes aim at critics of US-Iran MoU, says Iran ‘finished’ | Donald Trump News
Washington, D.C. — President Donald Trump has defended a memorandum of understanding (MOU) signed between the United States and Iran aimed at ending the ongoing conflict involving the U.S. and Israel. His comments on Friday followed the cancellation of U.S. Vice President J.D. Vance’s planned negotiations in Switzerland, which were set to address issues outlined in the MOU.
The delay in negotiations has raised concerns over the stability of the agreement, particularly as Israel has continued military actions in Lebanon. These developments come a day after both nations formally agreed to the terms of the MOU.
In a series of posts on Truth Social, Trump dismissed criticisms from both Democratic and some Republican lawmakers, who argue that the MOU fails to address the root causes of the conflict. Issues included in the MOU are the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, the cessation of the U.S. naval blockade on Iranian ports, and a halt to fighting across various fronts.
Trump asserted, “The war has diminished Iran!”, referencing U.S. military actions aimed at degrading Iran’s military capabilities. He criticized Democrats for suggesting that Iran is in a stronger position now than it was four months ago.
In another post, Trump characterized Iran’s engagement in negotiations as a sign of “desperation.” He mentioned the 60-day negotiation period outlined in the MOU, during which Iran’s nuclear program, the management of the Strait of Hormuz, the release of Iranian assets, and a $300 billion reconstruction plan for Iran will be discussed.
In an on-camera interview with Axios News, Trump suggested that Iran’s willingness to sign the MOU indicates “probably unconditional surrender.” He remarked on his perception of power learned during the unrestrained war, stating, “there are no limits” to his authority.
Trump also responded to criticisms from Republican lawmakers, including Senator Tom Cotton, who opposed the easing of sanctions on Iran’s fossil fuel sector. Senator Roger Wicker expressed discontent over the proposed reconstruction fund for Iran and the commitment to cease hostilities in Lebanon.
In related developments, Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baghaei held the U.S. accountable for recent attacks in Lebanon, where Israel reported hitting over 150 targets. According to sources from Hezbollah and U.S. officials, a new ceasefire has reportedly been established in Lebanon.
Additionally, Vice President Vance publicly criticized Israel’s military actions, cautioning that such attacks could jeopardize relations with a key ally. In his Axios interview, Trump maintained a cordial relationship with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, but expressed the need to ensure Netanyahu’s decisions remain balanced.
