According to an Axios report, Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth have also raised concerns about Iran’s intentions. At the same time, Vice President JD Vance, special envoy Steve Witkoff, and Jared Kushner are said to support a recently signed 14-point US Iran memorandum of understanding.
The agreement is intended to extend the current ceasefire, reopen the Strait of Hormuz, and initiate a 60-day negotiation window focused on Iran’s nuclear program.
Under the proposed framework, Iran would maintain its existing nuclear posture during talks, while the United States would avoid imposing new sanctions or increasing military deployments in the region. The plan also outlines discussions on Iran’s enriched uranium stockpile, future enrichment limits, gradual sanctions relief, and potential access to frozen Iranian assets.
Supporters of the agreement argue that any economic benefits for Iran would depend on meaningful progress toward nuclear restrictions. However, critics warn that the interim arrangement could allow Tehran to gain strategic advantages without committing to final concessions, potentially weakening Washington’s negotiating position if a comprehensive deal is not reached.