U.S. President Donald Trump has signed a waiver allowing continued funding of the Iran nuclear deal, according to a U.S. government source. This action, despite Trump’s repeated criticisms of the agreement, temporarily maintains U.S. involvement. The waiver permits the continuation of sanctions relief for Iran as outlined in the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA). While signing the waiver, the administration continues to seek changes to the deal or a complete renegotiation. This decision fulfills a legal requirement to periodically certify Iran’s compliance with the agreement. The move is expected to be met with mixed reactions from allies and opponents of the JCPOA. Further details regarding the administration’s long-term strategy remain unclear.