Iranian Hardliners Demand Strict Terms as Nuclear Talks Near
Iranian conservative lawmakers are pressing negotiators to keep maximalist conditions for any agreement with the United States. Reports indicate possible short-term reopening of the Strait of Hormuz in exchange for sanctions relief.
Financial TimesIranian ultra-hardliners have publicly criticized their own negotiators as talks with U.S. officials approach a possible framework agreement. The Paydari faction is insisting that any deal require Iran to retain exclusive control of the Strait of Hormuz, impose tolls on shipping, bar Israeli vessels, and receive compensation for war damages.
Hardliners claim negotiator Ghalibaf exceeded the mandate set by Supreme Leader Khamenei. One hardliner stated that anything short of these demands would leave Iran as "a total loser and the US a total winner." Ghalibaf responded by securing 235 votes to extend his speakership, while a hardline challenger received only 29 votes.
Araghchi returned from Doha late Tuesday after two days of talks with Qatari mediators. Early reports suggest Tehran may agree to reopen the Strait for 60 days in exchange for lifting the U.S. blockade, with partial release of frozen assets possibly included before nuclear talks resume.
A regime insider told the Financial Times that "The Paydari members have become like a patient who cannot be cured any more. " Financial Times reported that influential conservative lawmakers continue to push Tehran toward maximalist terms for ending the conflict with Washington.
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Ghalibaf and Araghchi returned from Doha after two days of talks with Qatari mediators.
2 sources@MarioNawfal · Financial Times - Recent days
Hardliners publicly attacked negotiators and demanded maximalist terms including control of the Strait of Hormuz.
2 sources@MarioNawfal · Financial Times - Recent days
Ghalibaf won 235 votes to extend his speakership against a hardline challenger who received 29.
2 sources@MarioNawfal · Financial Times
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