Leader’s Message on US-Iran MoU: Future In-Person Talks Do Not Mean Accepting Enemy Positions

The full text of the message addressed to the Iranian nation concerning the memorandum of understanding between the presidents of Iran and the United States is as follows:

"In the Name of God, the Most Compassionate, the Most Merciful

The vibrant and loyal nation of Iran,

As you have been informed, a memorandum of understanding has been signed between the presidents of Iran and the United States. In the journey toward reaching this stage, the responsible officials, driven by dedication and goodwill, exerted extensive efforts—and indeed, it was the American president who, out of desperation, utilized various levers for this purpose.

In principle, I held a different perspective; however, by virtue of the commitment delivered to me by the honorable President, in his capacity as the Chairman of the Supreme National Security Council, on behalf of himself and other council members to safeguard the rights of the Iranian nation and the Resistance Front, and his explicit acceptance of accountability for it, I granted the authorization. He has also explicitly stated that if the American side seeks to make excessive demands, they will not capitulate to it. From this moment forward, we—meaning you, the proud nation, and this humble servant—will await the fulfillment of the stated conditions. However, it is self-evident that the in-person negotiations to be established in the future will by no means signify the acceptance of the enemy's positions. We hope that the benevolent prayers of our Master [Imam Mahdi] (May God hasten his reappearance) will bring forth various forms of victories and triumphs for the honorable nation of Iran.

Peace be upon you, and the mercy of God and His blessings.

Seyed Mojtaba Hosseini Khamenei

June 18, 2026 [28 Khordad 1405]"

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