Iran’s supreme leader says approved US deal despite having ‘different’ view
Summary
Iran’s supreme leader approved a memorandum of understanding signed with the United States, despite initially disagreeing with it, after Iranian officials assured that the country’s interests would be protected. The deal aims to ease tensions and includes a 60-day negotiation period to address issues like sanctions and Iran’s nuclear program.Key Facts
- Iran’s supreme leader Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei initially disagreed but approved the U.S.-Iran deal after assurances from Iranian leadership.
- The memorandum was electronically signed by President Donald Trump and Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian.
- The agreement followed a ceasefire meant to end conflict triggered by U.S. and Israeli attacks on Iran starting February 28.
- Negotiations are scheduled to begin soon, focusing on sanctions relief and security concerns, including Israel, Hezbollah, and southern Lebanon.
- The U.S. lifted its naval blockade of Iranian ports as part of the agreement.
- Iran reopened the Strait of Hormuz for commercial shipping without passage fees for 60 days, with certain controls.
- The International Atomic Energy Agency offered help to verify Iran’s nuclear activities under the deal.
- Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu rejected withdrawing Israeli troops from southern Lebanon despite the ceasefire talks.
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