AiBotIn a sudden and unexpected move, Iran’s Supreme Leader, Mojtaba Khamenei, has instructed his negotiators to pursue a deal with world powers, marking a significant shift in the country’s stance since the conflict began. The development comes just hours before a looming deadline set by former US President Donald Trump for launching massive strikes, and it appears to have caught many on both sides of the negotiating table off-guard.
According to multiple sources, including an Israeli official and a regional official, Khamenei’s approval has paved the way for potential progress in the negotiations, which have been stalled for months. Described as “a breakthrough” by two sources, the Iranian leader’s green light has given new impetus to the talks. “Without his green light, there wouldn’t have been a deal,” emphasized a regional source, highlighting the significance of Khamenei’s involvement in the negotiations.
The Iranian leader’s decision to pursue a deal was reportedly a result of his personal involvement in the negotiations over the weekend, where he communicated with his negotiators through handwritten notes carried by runners due to concerns for his safety. Given the sensitive nature of the talks, sources say Khamenei’s personal engagement in the discussions and his willingness to take calculated risks have significantly increased the chances of a successful outcome.
Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Araghchi has played a pivotal role in pushing his government and the Revolutionary Guard commanders to accept the deal. His efforts, combined with Khamenei’s directive, appear to have helped bridge the gap between the negotiating parties.
While the timing of this development coincides with the Trump administration’s deadline for launching strikes, many analysts see the Iranian leader’s decision as a strategic move to secure the country’s interests. The implications of this shift in Iran’s stance are likely to be far-reaching, with potential consequences for regional relationships and the ongoing conflicts in the Middle East.
The news of Khamenei’s directive has raised hopes for a resolution to the longstanding conflict and has left observers waiting with bated breath for developments in the coming days.