Iran hardliners smell victory after Trump’s midterm defeat: Is Tehran raising the price of peace?
Iran hardliners seek tougher deal after Trump poll los
As the US midterm elections concluded with President Donald Trump's party facing setbacks, hardline conservatives in Iran have seized upon the result to demand more stringent terms for ending tensions with the United States, according to CNN. This shift in Iranian hardliners' stance raises concerns about the viability of diplomatic efforts aimed at preventing further US military action against Iran.
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi is currently engaging in discussions with regional leaders, while Qatar continues to mediate between Washington and Tehran. However, Iran has reportedly rejected Qatar's latest proposal, citing it as unacceptable, according to Iranian state media. In response, influential Iranian conservatives are warning against any concessions to Trump that do not entail substantial sacrifices for the United States.
Supreme Leader Khamenei has also issued a stern warning against any "slight inclination towards submission," a message that hardliners interpret as a directive for Iranian negotiators to resist yielding to American demands. The differing strategies employed by competing factions in Iran and the United States could complicate ongoing peace negotiations, potentially rendering an agreement even more challenging to achieve.
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