Zaviye · Coverage map · 2026-06-18 · from the archive
Iran's supreme leader authorized US deal, future talks won't accept enemy's position
Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei stated he authorized a memorandum with the US, emphasizing that future direct talks will not mean accepting the 'enemy's position'.
4 sources across English
Left 25% · Center 50% · Right 25%
How outlets framed it
Left: Sources on the left highlight Iran's Supreme Leader authorizing a deal with the US, while also noting his reservations and the ongoing 'deep mistrust' from Iran's foreign ministry.
Center: Central sources report that Iran's Supreme Leader approved a memorandum of understanding with the US, emphasizing his assurances that future talks would not mean accepting the 'enemy's position'.
Right: Sources on the right suggest that Iran's Supreme Leader is shifting responsibility for the memorandum of understanding, approving it despite having a 'different view in principle'.
Key divergence: The main divergence concerns the interpretation of Iran's Supreme Leader's stance on the US deal, with some sources emphasizing his authorization and assurances, while others focus on his reservations and perceived attempt to distance himself from the agreement.
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