Negotiations to revive the 2015 Iran nuclear deal are facing renewed obstacles as the United States and Iran remain divided over critical issues. Disagreements center on the scope of international inspections of Iran’s nuclear facilities and the release of Iranian assets frozen in foreign banks. The US insists on stringent verification measures to ensure Iran’s compliance with any agreement, while Iran demands guarantees that sanctions will be lifted and its funds unfrozen. Both sides accuse the other of stalling and presenting unrealistic demands, jeopardizing the potential for a resolution to end the ongoing conflict. Despite ongoing diplomatic efforts, a breakthrough remains elusive, raising concerns about the future of the deal and the potential for escalating tensions in the region. The possibility of a return to the original agreement, which limited Iran’s nuclear program in exchange for sanctions relief, appears increasingly uncertain.