News of a 'peace deal' between the US and Iran has been treated with cautious hope rather than overwhelming optimism, with political experts noting several potential problems and obstacles before the conflict is over. Elijah J Magnier, a veteran war correspondent and political risk analyst, told CGTN that he holds serious concerns about the agreement, Israel's non-involvement, and the differing political needs of US President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. "Netanyahu has the election of the prime ministership, and the Knesset before that," he said. "If he fails these elections, he is going to face three corruption charges and will go to jail… "Trump wants the end of this war. And what is valid for Israel is not valid for America. Donald Trump needs peace to run the midterm elections, and Benjamin Netanyahu needs war for his election." #iran #us #peacedeal #israel