Iranian Parliament Sets Three Red Lines for Any Potential Agreement with Washington

Sources within the Iranian Parliament's presidium revealed three essential points that represent red lines in any potential agreement between Tehran and Washington, emphasizing the necessity of legislative branch ratification for any understandings. A parliamentary official explained that the first condition is that no agreement should contradict the strategic action law regarding the lifting of sanctions and the preservation of the country's rights. The second condition dictates that any understanding reaching the level of an official treaty or agreement must be submitted to the Consultative Assembly (Parliament) for ratification. In the third point, the official noted that the parliament will conduct a meticulous and comprehensive review of all agreements and even basic memorandums of understanding. This comes amid leaks from US officials regarding the imminent reach of a negotiated settlement aimed at containing the Iranian nuclear program and ensuring regional security and maritime navigation.