WANA (Jun 16) – Informed sources familiar with the review process of a recent memorandum by Iran’s Supreme National Security Council (SNSC) say the body has developed a new mechanism aimed at preventing a repeat of past disputes with Washington by linking Iran’s commitments directly to the fulfillment of U.S. obligations.

 

According to the sources, the mechanism is based on a detailed “interpretive framework” that serves as the executive foundation of the council’s decision. The framework was reportedly designed with previous experiences in mind, particularly what Iranian officials describe as repeated instances of U.S. non-compliance with its commitments.

 

Under the proposed arrangement, each obligation undertaken by the United States would be matched by a corresponding step from Iran. In practical terms, Tehran would only proceed with a specific measure after the relevant U.S. commitment has been fully implemented and verified.

 

The sources said the approach establishes a phased and conditional implementation process. Any delay, failure, or deviation by Washington in carrying out its commitments would trigger an immediate suspension of the corresponding Iranian measures.

 

According to details obtained from the review process, the framework was developed during expert-level discussions within the Supreme National Security Council and was subsequently presented to Iran’s Supreme Leader as part of the final approval procedure.

 

Observers view the mechanism as a reflection of Tehran’s cautious approach toward any future understanding with Washington. That caution is rooted in years of disputes over the implementation of previous agreements, most notably the 2015 nuclear deal.

 

From the perspective of Iranian policymakers, the new model is intended to ensure that any future commitments remain strictly reciprocal, while providing Iran with the ability to respond swiftly if the other side fails to meet its obligations.