Iran is currently reviewing the final text of a potential memorandum of understanding with the United States and has yet to provide an official response.
According to the Operative Information Center-OMM, which cited a report from the semi-official Mehr news agency, Tehran is proceeding with extreme caution regarding the ongoing diplomatic process.
A source close to the Iranian negotiating team stated that the country's skepticism stems from a long history of what it perceives as US unreliability and a track record of failing to uphold previous commitments. "America's history of violating obligations and its track record of unreliability have compelled Iran to adopt a very firm approach to this matter," the source noted. According to the source, Tehran is prioritizing the attainment of "tangible benefits" from any potential agreement, drawing lessons from past diplomatic experiences.
Negotiations between Tehran and Washington regarding a potential framework have been ongoing for some time, with both parties continuing to deliberate on the specifics of the document. These talks are part of a broader, long-standing effort to address tensions between the two nations, which have historically been characterized by sanctions, regional geopolitical competition, and a lack of direct diplomatic relations since 1979.
