Negotiations between the US and Iran regarding the Strait of Hormuz have concluded, sparking debate over who ultimately benefits from the agreement. The deal reopens the crucial waterway, restoring conditions present before recent conflict. Despite the accord, Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (Pasdaran) appears to have strengthened its position through the process. Analysis suggests the Pasdaran successfully resisted concessions, emerging with increased influence. The specifics of the agreement remain a subject of contention, with differing interpretations of its long-term implications. Experts are now assessing the impact on regional stability and the balance of power in the Middle East. The outcome highlights the complex and often unpredictable nature of US-Iran relations.