Hardliners and moderates: What do Iran’s factions think of deal with US?
Summary
Iran and the United States have agreed to sign a memorandum of understanding after difficult negotiations. However, political differences within Iran may affect how the deal is carried out in the coming months.Key Facts
- Iran and the US plan to sign a memorandum of understanding in Switzerland.
- Iran’s new supreme leader, Mojtaba Khamenei, has not publicly spoken about the deal but emphasizes protecting Iran’s nuclear and missile programs.
- Iran views the Strait of Hormuz as a vital national asset that must remain under its control.
- The ultraconservative Keyhan newspaper suggests Iran may consider the nuclear issue resolved and oppose reopening negotiations on it.
- Senior members of Iran’s Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) support military readiness and insist Iran’s regional allies like Hezbollah must be protected.
- Esmail Qaani, commander of the Quds Force, highlighted Iran’s influence over key regional waterways and expressed backing for Iranian negotiators who met with the US.
- There are factions in Iran that differ on how to approach and implement the deal with the US and Israel.
- Analysts expect these internal debates will continue as the agreement moves forward.
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