Khamenei Says U.S. Pushed for Iran Deal Out of Desperation
Iran's Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei claimed the U.S. sought the agreement due to desperation, using all leverage, while Iranian officials retain responsibility for national interests.
Iran's Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei stated that the United States pushed for the recent agreement out of desperation. According to Khamenei, Washington employed all available leverage to bring about the memorandum of understanding.
He emphasized that Iranian officials remain responsible for defending national interests throughout the process. The remarks reflect Tehran's narrative that the U.S. was the more eager party in the negotiations.
Source: First Squawk