Iran claims victory over U.S., details of potential deal remain fluid

Iran views itself as the victor in its conflict with the United States, emerging stronger from the confrontation, according to Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi. Speaking on state television, Araghchi addressed ongoing diplomatic processes, noting that a memorandum of understanding has not yet been finalized and could be subject to modifications.

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Businesses in both of our countries are doing more together, in energy, defence, critical minerals and now in (artificial intelligence).

Araghchi emphasized that matters related to Iran's nuclear program will be tackled in subsequent negotiation phases. "The anticipated agreement is the first step. If it is not implemented, there will be no negotiations on the nuclear issue," he stated. The head of Iranian diplomacy added that the interim agreement would announce the end of the war on all fronts, including Lebanon, which he characterized as Israel's withdrawal from occupied territories.

Furthermore, Araghchi confirmed that lifting the U.S. naval blockade and opening the Strait of Hormuz are part of the developing agreement. He warned that adversaries like Israel oppose any deal between Iran and the U.S., and cautioned that U.S. threats against Iran must cease, asserting that Tehran will never yield to pressure.

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The anticipated agreement is the first step. If it is not implemented, there will be no negotiations on the nuclear issue.

Meanwhile, Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Ghalibaf sent a message urging adherence to commitments ahead of the impending agreement. "The commitments undertaken must be honored. Without 'ifs,' without 'buts,' without excuses. For the agreement on the horizon, there is no other path. You reap what you sow," he posted on X.

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The end of the war in Lebanon means the withdrawal of Israel from the occupied territories.

According to Reuters, citing an official, the terms of the memorandum include the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz and the lifting of the U.S. blockade on Iranian ports. Iran's enriched uranium will be destroyed on-site and then transferred out of the country, with inspections to ensure long-term adherence. If Iran complies, it will be freed from economic pressures, including the unfreezing of assets and the lifting of sanctions. The official clarified that funds will not be released until Iran fulfills its obligations.

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The U.S. threats against Iran must stop, Tehran never succumbs to pressure.