What Iran and US get from deal and why both could struggle to keep it
The US and Iran have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to end military hostilities and establish a framework for future nuclear negotiations. While both governments are framing the deal as a victory to their domestic audiences, the agreement faces significant skepticism and challenges regarding long-term implementation.
Why it matters
This deal marks a major shift in Middle Eastern geopolitics, potentially de-escalating a significant military conflict and reopening critical shipping lanes in the Strait of Hormuz.
Image source, Anadolu via Getty Images Image caption, Shipping in the Strait of Hormuz on Wednesday
The article presents both the US and Iranian perspectives on the deal, acknowledging the domestic political pressures faced by both leaderships without favoring one narrative.
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