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Khamenei's MOU Stance Stirs Internal Debate as Iran-US Delegations Meet in Switzerland

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Supreme Leader Khamenei's position on a potential Memorandum of Understanding with the United States is generating significant internal Iranian debate as negotiating delegations from both countries meet in Switzerland. Hardliners and pragmatists within the Iranian establishment are divided on how far to commit to a written framework, with some fearing a formal MOU would bind Iran to intrusive verification measures while others see it as a vehicle for durable sanctions relief.

Khamenei's MOU stance divides Iranian hardliners and pragmatists ahead of Switzerland talks
Khamenei's MOU stance divides Iranian hardliners and pragmatists ahead of Switzerland talks — Al Jazeera