Tehran selling deal with US as victory – but for Iranians it was necessity
For many Iranians, the question is not whether the deal means victory, but whether it lowers prices and reduces fear of another war.
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Notable Quotes
"Iran had taken 'a long step towards final victory'."
— Mohammad Bagher Qalibaf , Politician
"If fully implemented it could resolve many of Iran's problems and create 'a different world' in Iran and the Middle East."
— Masoud Pezeshkian , Politician
"The Deal with the Islamic Republic of Iran is now complete. Congratulations to all!"
— Donald Trump , Politician
"I’d say over the next month or two, there’s no rush."
— Donald Trump , Politician
"At the end of the day, they are presenting it exactly as we feared: Iran not only managed to survive against the two strongest armies in the world, but also succeeded in leveraging this event to achieve a new order that will deter its rivals and secure other economic benefits."
— Dr. Raz Zimmt , Academic
Key People
Abbas Araghchi is the Foreign Minister of Iran.
Supreme Leader of Iran.
Former president of the United States known for his aggressive economic policies.
Head of the Shi'ite Axis Program at the Institute for National Security Studies (INSS).
JD Vance is a United States Senator from Ohio and a prominent figure in conservative politics.
Masoud Pezeshkian is the President of Iran.
Speaker of the Iranian parliament and a key figure in the negotiations with the US.
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All Coverage
For many Iranians, the question is not whether the deal means victory, but whether it lowers prices and reduces fear of another war.
The Stimson Center analyzes President Trump's declaration of victory in the Iran war following the peace deal, noting the complexities involved.
ITV News discusses how the US-Iran deal is being portrayed as a victory, despite its complexities and the challenges it poses for both nations.
Breitbart reports on Iran's military leaders celebrating the peace deal with the U.S., referring to it as a 'surrender' by America.
The Jerusalem Post highlights concerns that Iran is portraying the peace deal as a victory, despite domestic criticism and potential economic implications.
The Jerusalem Post reports on Iranian dissidents expressing shock over the US-Iran deal and concerns that the Trump administration was misled by Tehran.
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