Hardline factions in Iran are mounting vigorous opposition to a proposed peace deal with the United States, labeling the terms as capitulation. Critics argue the agreement falls short of securing guarantees on sanctions relief, compensation, and control over the strategic Strait of Hormuz.
Iranian MP Kamran Ghazanfari dismissed claims of victory by supporters of the deal, stating, "The fact that they say we won and America has retreated is a blatant lie." Meysam Nili, managing director of Rajanews and brother-in-law of former hardline president Ebrahim Raisi, echoed these sentiments, calling the proposal a "catastrophic capitulation" and urging Iranians to resist.
The internal rift highlights the challenges facing Iran's leadership as it navigates diplomatic pressures while maintaining domestic support. Critics of the deal argue it fails to address core national interests, particularly regarding economic sanctions and regional security.
As tensions escalate, the fate of the proposed agreement remains uncertain, with hardliners vowing to block what they perceive as a detrimental compromise.