Iran's decision-making process in foreign policy involves several key bodies. Negotiators operate under a mandate established by the Supreme National Security Council.
This mandate requires final approval from the Supreme Leader, Mojtaba Khamenei. This hierarchical structure means that decisions are subject to high-level review before being implemented.
This process was highlighted during negotiations, where the Iranian side followed directives approved through this established channel. The US team, conversely, was noted to have fewer technical experts and was perceived by Iranians as altering negotiation terms.
