
The Iran nuclear deal, formally the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action signed in 2015, has remained suspended since the United States withdrew in 2018.
As of 2026, no restoration has occurred, despite ongoing diplomatic attempts.
Iran has significantly expanded its nuclear program since the deal collapsed, enriching uranium to levels far beyond the agreement limits. GeoGazet tracking identifies Iran as the primary signal source in nuclear negotiations (78 tracked signals), with U.S. involvement at secondary levels (7 tracked signals).
Concurrent geopolitical instability complicates nuclear diplomacy. Recent developments including Iranian backed activities in Yemen and reported connections to attacks on U.K. installations reflect broader regional confrontation that overshadows formal nuclear negotiations. The current influence score for the deal stands at 31 out of 100, indicating diminished diplomatic momentum compared to earlier restoration efforts.