`` We 're skeptical , '' Kerry says of Iran 's intentions . Israel opposes that deal because it allows Iran -- a longtime enemy of the Jewish state -- to continue enriching uranium needed to develop nuclear weapons . The United States has been trying to persuade the Iranians that they should not build a nuclear weapon and instead focus on their other regional goals like fighting terrorism in Iraq or Syria. Legislators question interim deal on Iran nukes . Some lawmakers pushing for new round of sanctions to force Tehran 's hand .
`` We 're skeptical , '' Kerry says of Iran 's intentions . The United States has been trying to persuade the Iranians that they should not build a nuclear weapon and instead focus on their other regional goals like fighting terrorism in Iraq or Syria. Legislators question interim deal on Iran nukes . Some lawmakers pushing for new round of sanctions to force Tehran 's hand .