Trump defends Iran interim peace deal amid criticism

President Donald Trump defended an interim U.S.Iran peace agreement on Thursday after critics said the terms were too favorable to Tehran. He said opponents were wrong to question his approach as the deal entered its next phase of negotiations. The memorandum of understanding extends the ceasefire, includes discussions on reopening the Strait of Hormuz, and sets a 60day window for further talks on a final deal. The agreement also outlines plans tied to Iran’s reconstruction and the removal of U.S. sanctions, while leaving major issues such as uranium enrichment and missile development unresolved. Market reactions have been mixed, with U.S. stocks reaching record highs and oil prices easing after news of the deal. Analysts said the framework appears to give Iran significant leverage, but they noted that many details still need to be negotiated before any final agreement is reached.