Trump made a deal out of ‘desperation’ – Iranian supreme leader

Trump made a deal out of ‘desperation’ – Iranian supreme leader Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei stated that US President Donald Trump pursued a memorandum of understanding (MOU) out of desperation, leading to a remote signing with Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian. The MOU reportedly includes concessions such as lifting the US naval blockade and sanctions waivers for Iran’s oil exports. Khamenei authorized the deal after assurances that Tehran’s interests would be protected during future negotiations, emphasizing that Iran will not submit to “excessive demands” from Washington.

• Iranian Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei stated that US President Donald Trump pursued a memorandum of understanding (MOU) out of desperation.
• The MOU, signed remotely by Trump and Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian, reportedly includes concessions like lifting the US naval blockade and sanctions waivers.
• Khamenei granted permission for the deal after Pezeshkian assured him that Iran’s interests would be safeguarded and that Tehran would not submit to “excessive demands.”
• The MOU initiates a 60-day negotiation period focusing on Iran’s nuclear program.
• Russia welcomed the MOU, hoping it would prevent renewed escalation and normalize traffic through the Strait of Hormuz.