US-Iran Agreement and Negotiations Face Diplomatic and Political Challenges Vice President JD Vance confirmed on Thursday that the United States and Iran have reached a tentative agreement to end the war, though the deal remains shrouded in secrecy. The White House announced that teams from both nations have a 60-day window to finalize the terms, with Vance stating that the next phase of negotiations would focus on technical details. However, Vance’s planned trip to Switzerland for talks was canceled, as the White House cited unresolved logistical issues. “We look forward to beginning technical talks as soon as possible,” a spokesperson said, though no further details were provided. Iran’s supreme leader reportedly authorized the signing of the agreement, despite holding a “different view.” The U.S. and Iran have been working on laying out secret proposals for implementing the agreement, according to multiple sources. Iran’s National Security Council stated it has a plan for a “reciprocal response” if the U.S. violates the peace agreement, according to a new statement reported by Iranian state media. The statement warned that “should any deviation or violation occur on the part of the United States, a reciprocal response will be carried out in accordance with a predetermined plan.” The National Security Council also said it would “not rest until the full rights of the Iranian nation have been restored.” Vance criticized Israeli operations in Lebanon, saying they had sometimes gotten in the way of negotiations. He also criticized members of the Israeli government for attacking President Donald Trump over the U.S.-Iran agreement. “If I was in the Cabinet of the Israeli government, I might not be attacking the only powerful ally that I have anywhere left in the entire world,” Vance said.#us #iran #ayatollah_seyyed_mojtaba_khamenei #mohammad_bagher_ghalibaf #jd_vance
Iran's Revolutionary Guards pledge loyalty to new supreme leader Mojtaba Khamenei Iran’s Revolutionary Guards have issued a statement affirming their commitment to the country’s newly appointed supreme leader, Mojtaba Khamenei, who succeeded his father, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, following his appointment by the Assembly of Experts. The statement emphasizes the Guards’ readiness to carry out the directives of the current Guardian Jurist, Ayatollah Seyyed Mojtaba Khamenei, describing their willingness to "perform complete obedience and self-sacrifice in executing the divine commands" of the leader. The declaration comes amid ongoing political transitions within Iran’s leadership structure, as the Assembly of Experts formally confirmed Khamenei’s succession. The Revolutionary Guards, a key pillar of Iran’s theocratic regime, have historically played a central role in enforcing the authority of the supreme leader. Their public endorsement of Khamenei underscores the consolidation of power under the new leadership and reinforces the institutional alignment of Iran’s military and religious institutions with the supreme authority. The statement does not specify immediate actions or policy shifts under Khamenei’s leadership, but it signals a continuation of the existing power dynamics within Iran’s governance. The Guards’ emphasis on "divine commands" reflects the deeply religious and ideological framework that underpins their operations and loyalty. This alignment is critical for maintaining stability within the regime, particularly as Iran navigates domestic and international challenges, including economic pressures and regional conflicts. The broader context of Iran’s leadership transition highlights the interconnectedness of its political and religious institutions.#iran #mojtaba_khamenei #revolutionary_guards #assembly_of_experts #ayatollah_seyyed_mojtaba_khamenei
