International affairs analyst Max Kessel has stated that the agreement expected to be signed between the United States and Iran on Friday is a “memorandum of understanding,” not a formal peace treaty. Kessel emphasized that the document falls short of a definitive peace agreement, as several key points of contention between the two nations remain unresolved. He clarified the agreement’s nature as a preliminary understanding rather than a comprehensive resolution to the ongoing conflict. Details regarding the specific unresolved issues were not provided in the report. The anticipated signing has garnered international attention as a potential step towards de-escalation. However, Kessel’s assessment suggests the deal represents a limited, initial accord. Further negotiations will likely be necessary to address the fundamental disagreements.