Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, Iran's supreme leader, publicly labeled negotiations with the United States as unwise and not honorable, just after President Trump expressed willingness to revive talks. While Khamenei has historically taken a hostile stance toward Washington, he has permitted some Iranian officials to negotiate discreetly. He cited past experiences, particularly the U.S. withdrawal from the nuclear agreement, as proof that discussions would not lead to successful outcomes. Khamenei's consistent skepticism toward U.S. negotiations has been evident since at least the Obama administration, despite his willingness to allow covert talks.
Negotiating with America will solve no problem. The proof? Experience, Mr. Khamenei said, during a meeting with commanders and staff from the Iranian armed forces.
One shall not negotiate with a government like this. Negotiating is unwise, unintelligent, not honorable, according to Iran’s supreme leader.
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