Iran's Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei has authorized direct negotiations with the U.S. regarding a memorandum of understanding, though he emphasized this does not equate to accepting the U.S.'s positions. This authorization follows a recommendation from President Masoud Pezeshkian and the Supreme National Security Council, with Khamenei stating he opposed the MOU but approved it due to their assurances. Khamenei also commented that President Trump signed the deal out of desperation, and analysts suggest Khamenei is positioning himself to claim credit for success while distancing himself from potential failure. AI
RANK_REASON Significant policy development involving direct government negotiations. [lever_c_demoted from significant: ic=1 ai=0.1]
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