Both Washington and Tehran acknowledge the need to maintain momentum in the peace process despite the hurdles and mutual distrust. While neither side wants complete failure, overcoming the existing challenges is crucial.
On Friday, Vice President JD Vance was scheduled to visit Zurich to sign an important Memorandum of Understanding. However, he canceled his trip, as did the Iranian delegation. This setback highlights underlying tensions. As President Donald Trump signed the initial Memorandum on Wednesday, negotiators from both countries now have a 60-day period to transform it into a comprehensive peace agreement.
Diplomats are aware that this ambitious timeline presents numerous difficulties. Yet, they insist on the necessity of forward movement to avoid derailing the peace efforts entirely. Their task involves addressing the concerns of both nations to establish lasting agreements.

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