Iran calls US memorandum cornerstone of its foreign policy
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian declared a memorandum of understanding with the United States as the "cornerstone" of Iran's future foreign relations, despite recent military conflicts. The deal, mediated by Pakistan, aimed for a ceasefire and lasting peace but collapsed last month due to renewed hostilities.
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This article details the complex and volatile relationship between Iran and the US, highlighting attempts at de-escalation amidst ongoing conflict and the potential for significant shifts in Middle Eastern geopolitics.
ISTANBUL: Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian said on Sunday (Aug 2) that the memorandum of understanding with the United States would become the "cornerstone" of Tehran's future foreign relations, Anadolu Ajansi reported.
"The memorandum of understanding that was signed was the result of the collective wisdom of the Supreme National Security Council members, and all members are aligned with it," Pezeshkian said on the social media platform X.
"I believe this memorandum of understanding will become the cornerstone of our foreign relations in the future," he added.
"We must strive to make the enemy abide by what it signed. The security of our country, the region and our allies will be enhanced by this memorandum," said Pezeshkian.
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