According to Reuters, Khamenei expressed differing opinions regarding the MOU in a written message to the public released through state media. However, he noted that he granted approval after President Masoud Pezeshkian, who chairs the Supreme National Security Council (SNSC), assured that he would uphold the terms of the agreement.
Khamenei emphasized that Pezeshkian and senior officials promised to protect the rights of the Iranian people and the "Resistance Front," a term used to refer to Iran's allied militant groups such as Hezbollah.
He also expressed caution regarding the U.S., stating, "Up to this point, the U.S. president has resorted to various pressure tactics out of desperation. The upcoming discussions between our two countries do not imply acceptance of Washington's views."
Khamenei added that Pezeshkian made it clear that Iran would not accept unreasonable demands from the U.S. He stated, "In the future, the Iranian people and authorities will monitor whether the terms of the agreement are being properly upheld."
The U.S. and Iran have agreed to engage in follow-up discussions over the next 60 days. During this period, both sides will aim to finalize agreements concerning Iran's nuclear program, sanctions relief, and navigation issues in the Strait of Hormuz.
Khamenei's message indicates that while he agrees to the MOU's implementation, he is firm on not easily accepting additional U.S. demands in the follow-up process. This stance also serves to reassure hardliners in Iran that the agreement does not represent a concession to the U.S.
* This article has been translated by AI.
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