Iran reports a new 'memorandum of understanding' with the U.S. and a policy change in the Persian Gulf
[91269] Iran reports a new 'memorandum of understanding' with the U.S. and a policy change in the Persian Gulf
Saeed Khatibzadeh, Iran's Deputy Foreign Minister, announced preparations for important negotiations and a plan to change the management of the Strait of Hormuz in 60 days.
Iran reports a new 'memorandum of understanding' with the U.S. and a policy change in the Gulf
Iran's Deputy Foreign Minister, Saeed Khatibzadeh, announced in an interview with Al Jazeera that Iran is preparing for "important negotiations" based on a memorandum of understanding that includes five clauses for immediate implementation. According to Khatibzadeh, as published in آخرین خبر, Iran demands that any future agreement include the release of all its frozen assets, emphasizing that Washington is committed to working to prevent Netanyahu's interference in thwarting regional stabilization efforts.
In a report published by Iran International, which is affiliated with the Iranian opposition and provides a critical perspective on the regime, it was noted that Khatibzadeh emphasized that Tehran is ready to move "step by step" if it sees seriousness from the other side. The memorandum includes direct reference to the war in Lebanon and the Gaza issue, with the Iranians conditioning any regional stability on the end of what they call "the occupation" and adherence to international law by Israel.
The issue of the Strait of Hormuz is also at the center of the declarations. According to تبریز خبرلری, Iran will continue to provide navigation services in coordination with Oman without charging fees during the next 60 days, but after this period, a "new mechanism for managing the strait" will be activated. Khatibzadeh thanked Qatar and Pakistan for their "key" role in mediating to reach these understandings.
Other sources, including خبرگزاری ایرنا (the official Iranian news agency), confirmed the preparations for negotiations but refrained from detailing the clauses of the memorandum, focusing on Tehran's demand for the thawing of financial assets. The various reports, including those from اخبارفوری, highlight the Iranian message that Washington bears responsibility for Israel's conduct regarding the emerging memorandum of understanding.