Hardliners push back in Iran as deal with Washington nears (opens original article in a new tab)

Iranian officials remain cautiously optimistic about a potential US deal despite growing internal divisions and public protests against the proposed agreement, with regional tensions complicating the negotiations.

• Iranian officials express cautious optimism about a US deal but face internal divisions
• Hardliners and protesters criticize the proposed agreement and its negotiators
• Regional tensions with Israel and Hezbollah add complexity to the negotiations
• Domestic factions warn that compromise may weaken Iran's strategic position