World ( The cow news digital ) Iran has stated that any emerging agreement with the United States does not mean that past actions attributed to Washington and its allies will be forgotten or forgiven, underscoring deep mistrust despite ongoing diplomatic engagement. The remarks come as discussions continue over a broader memorandum of understanding aimed at reducing regional tensions and addressing long-standing disputes between Tehran and Washington.
Speaking at a press briefing in Tehran, Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Ismail Baghaei said that the Iranian people will not forget what he described as “crimes and injustices” committed against them by the United States and Israel. He stressed that while diplomatic frameworks may be developed, they do not equate to absolution or historical reconciliation.
Baghaei noted that the mechanism for implementing the Iran-US understanding is expected to be finalized either today or tomorrow, with an official announcement to follow. According to him, the signing of the memorandum of understanding is scheduled to take place in Geneva later this week, marking a key step in formalizing the process.
He added that prior to the signing ceremony, Iranian officials are expected to visit neighboring countries as part of regional consultations. The agreement reportedly includes broader provisions related to regional stability, including calls for an end to military escalation in Lebanon and respect for sovereignty and territorial integrity across conflict zones.
On maritime security, Baghaei stated that Iran, in coordination with Oman and other regional partners, plans to implement measures to ensure safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz. These measures may include service fees for maritime transit, which would be applied for a limited duration under agreed conditions.
The spokesperson further claimed that the United States has committed to compensatory measures, including the potential release of frozen Iranian assets. He emphasized that Iran’s financial rights, including access to previously restricted oil and petrochemical revenues, must be restored under any final agreement. Failure by Washington to meet its obligations, he warned, would result in reciprocal actions from Tehran.
Baghaei also referred to past tensions over Iran’s nuclear program, saying that previous attempts to remove enriched uranium from the country had failed and proved ineffective. He reiterated that Iran will continue to defend its national interests while remaining open to conditional engagement.
Despite ongoing talks, Iranian officials reiterated that historical grievances remain central to public sentiment, and rebuilding trust with the United States would require sustained commitment over time.
