Former President Trump repeatedly pledged to secure a more advantageous agreement with Iran than the 2015 Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA). The core question now is whether the understandings reached under Trump fulfilled that promise. While details remain limited, initial assessments suggest the arrangements differ significantly from the JCPOA. Critics argue Trump’s approach lacked the multilateral framework and verification mechanisms of the Obama-era deal. The JCPOA involved commitments from Iran to curb its nuclear program in exchange for sanctions relief, overseen by multiple international powers. Trump’s agreements were largely bilateral and focused primarily on limiting Iranian aggression, without the same level of nuclear restrictions or international oversight. The long-term effectiveness and stability of Trump’s approach are currently under debate.