Mojtaba Khamenei, Iran’s supreme leader, has approved a memorandum of understanding signed between Tehran and Washington. This approval follows initial opposition to the agreement. State-run Iranian media, cited by the BBC, reported Khamenei’s decision came after receiving guarantees from President Masoud Pezeshkian. These guarantees reportedly focus on protecting Iran’s interests and those of the “Axis of Resistance.” The specifics of the memorandum remain undisclosed, but Khamenei’s endorsement marks a significant shift in stance. This development suggests a potential easing of tensions between the two nations, contingent on the fulfillment of the promised protections. The “Axis of Resistance” refers to a coalition of groups opposed to Israel and Western influence in the Middle East.