Sina Toossi(@SinaToossi):Pezeshkian met with American journalists and think tankers tonight. The message he is delivering is consistent with what Tehran has been signaling for some time, from the SNSC to senior IRGC figures close to the Supreme Leader. Iran wants a deal based on the June MOU, but with US concessions implemented upfront before Tehran eases pressure on Hormuz. And if Washington refuses, it is signaling readiness for significant further escalation. There are disputes in Tehran over tactics and how to engage Washington, but little sign of a serious factional divide over this core position. On that, the message has been remarkably consistent.

2026.09.25 00:55

Pezeshkian met with American journalists and think tankers tonight. The message he is delivering is consistent with what Tehran has been signaling for some time, from the SNSC to senior IRGC figures close to the Supreme Leader. Iran wants a deal based on the June MOU, but with US concessions implemented upfront before Tehran eases pressure on Hormuz. And if Washington refuses, it is signaling readiness for significant further escalation. There are disputes in Tehran over tactics and how to engage Washington, but little sign of a serious factional divide over this core position. On that, the message has been remarkably consistent.