Is the US–Iran deal a genuine step toward lasting peace in the Middle East?

No — agreements only work if both sides keep their word, and trust is already broken.

Yes, this deal removes a major barrier to regional stability. It's not perfect, but it's a genuine effort to prevent nuclear escalation.

Too many variables. Economic pressure, domestic politics on both sides, proxy conflicts — this deal won't solve the deeper problems.

It's a step forward, though fragile. Diplomacy is always worth trying, and this opens dialogue channels that were closed before.

The agreement itself is meaningful, but lasting peace requires addressing the root causes of conflict, which this doesn't fully do.

Fragile and unlikely to hold long-term given the regional tensions and changing administrations.