Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian stated Monday evening that the progress achieved so far is an important step toward ending the war and opening negotiations, but that no final agreement has been reached. The remarks maintain Tehran's public posture of cautious diplomacy amid ongoing talks.
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian said Monday evening that the progress achieved so far in diplomatic efforts constitutes 'an important step toward ending the war and opening negotiations,' but emphasized that no final agreement has been reached. The statement, reported by state-aligned channels, is the latest in a series of Pezeshkian's cautious public remarks about the ongoing talks with the United States. As The Zioneer has reported over the past week, Pezeshkian has repeatedly stressed that the supreme leader retains ultimate authority over strategic decisions, and that Tehran will not surrender to threats. Sunday evening, he stated the Supreme National Security Council had fully authorized the negotiation process. The current remarks appear slightly more optimistic in tone — describing progress as an 'important step' — while stopping well short of declaring a breakthrough. Hardline protests in Tehran over the emerging memorandum of understanding were reported Sunday, indicating continued internal pressure. What remains open: whether the next phase will involve direct or indirect talks, and what specific terms might be under discussion.
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