Iran's supreme leader says he authorized deal, direct talks with U.S.
Axios · 18 Jun 2026

Iran's supreme leader says he authorized deal, direct talks with U.S.

Iran's Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei authorized Iranian negotiators to conduct direct talks with the U.S. but stressed it "does not signify acceptance of the enemy's views". Why it matters: Khamenei's comments in a written statement in his Telegram channel were his first response to the signing of


AI Translated Summary:
Iran's Supreme Leader has given the green light for direct negotiations with the U.S., while firmly rejecting any acceptance of American perspectives. This move signals a complex shift in Iran's diplomatic stance amidst ongoing tensions.


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