How decision-making happens in Iran
Decision-making in Iran is primarily guided by the Supreme National Security Council and the Supreme Leader. In contrast, the US negotiating team under President Trump consists of fewer technical experts. This difference in approach has led Iranians to perceive Trump's actions as altering the terms of negotiation.
- ▪Iran's negotiators operate under a mandate from the Supreme National Security Council.
- ▪Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei plays a crucial role in approving decisions.
- ▪The US team, led by President Trump, has fewer technical experts compared to their Iranian counterparts.
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Toggle PlayHow decision-making happens in IranNewsFeedHow decision-making happens in IranIran’s negotiators follow a mandate set by the Supreme National Security Council and approved by Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei. The US team under President Trump is led by confidants with fewer technical experts. Iranians see Trump’s interventions as “moving the goalposts.”Published On 27 May 202627 May 2026SaveClick here to share on social mediashare-nodesSharefacebookxwhatsapp-strokecopylinkgoogleAdd Al Jazeera on Googleinfo
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