US-Iran peace deal hangs in balance: Can Trump and Mojtaba clear these five hurdles in 60 days?

The U.S. and Iran have signed a historic peace memorandum, but the toughest phase may only be beginning. While President Donald Trump celebrates a diplomatic breakthrough, analysts warn that five major hurdles could still derail a final agreement. Disputes over Iran’s nuclear program, control of the Strait of Hormuz, sanctions relief, Israel’s actions in Lebanon, and deep mistrust between negotiators continue to threaten progress. With only 60 days allotted for follow-on talks, both Washington and Tehran face immense pressure to bridge decades of hostility and transform a fragile framework into a lasting settlement.