The United States and Iran have signed a peace agreement, but deep mistrust continues to cast doubt over its long-term success. U.S. President Donald Trump warned that if Iran backs away from the deal or harms bilateral relations, Washington could quickly return to its previous confrontational approach. He also clarified that any sanctions relief would depend on Iran’s compliance with the agreement. Meanwhile, Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmail Baghaei stressed that signing an agreement does not erase past grievances or grant a “clean chit” for previous actions. Trump also dismissed reports claiming the U.S. would pay Iran $300 million in war compensation, calling them “fake news” and accusing political opponents of spreading propaganda. The two sides remain divided on several issues, including sanctions, implementation of the deal, and navigation through the Strait of Hormuz, where Iran has proposed temporary toll exemptions while the U.S. seeks unrestricted passage. Trump also described the Lebanon conflict as one of the world’s most complex disputes and expressed hope for future diplomatic progress.


