Trump Jr and Cruz clash over Iran peace framework

A sharp public dispute erupted on Wednesday between Donald Trump Jr. and Senator Ted Cruz over the terms of a reported peace framework between the United States and Iran, highlighting significant divisions within the Republican Party. The clash followed the release of a 14-point Memorandum of Understanding, which President Donald Trump signed at the G7 summit in France to end a recent conflict.

The framework reportedly includes provisions for a $300 billion reconstruction and development fund for Iran, intended to be financed through private investment and the unfreezing of Iranian assets once sanctions are lifted. A central point of contention is whether this constitutes direct U.S. funding. Cruz argued that the deal represents a dangerous concession, stating that between $10 billion and $30 billion would flow to Iran's leadership before it makes any nuclear concessions. He warned that such funds would be used to support terrorism and rebuild military capacity recently diminished by U.S. action.

Donald Trump Jr. forcefully rejected this characterization, accusing Cruz of lying and spreading misinformation. He asserted that the United States is not giving Iran "a cent" and...