Tehran (HRNW)- Iran’s parliament held its first regular session since the recent conflict with the United States, during which several lawmakers called for ending the existing memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the U.S. and urged a new strategic approach following recent developments.
According to Iranian state media, 180 members of the 290-member parliament issued a joint statement arguing that the current MoU with the United States should be terminated and Iran’s policies should be reassessed in light of recent events.
The session, convened after nearly four months, also approved key amendments to parliamentary rules, allowing virtual parliamentary sessions during emergencies and extraordinary situations.
Lawmakers also introduced a new bill on the strategic management of the Strait of Hormuz, aimed at strengthening the administrative and security framework governing the vital international maritime route.
During the session, several members displayed red flags, which in Iran are commonly associated with calls for revenge and resistance, while expressing support for retaliation over the reported assassination of Seyyed Ali Khamenei, according to the claims made in the proceedings.
The parliament also reaffirmed its support for the Iranian armed forces and proposed establishing a special negotiating commission to develop recommendations for future diplomatic strategy and international negotiations.
Political observers say the session could influence Iran’s domestic political direction and future foreign policy, with the positions taken by lawmakers potentially affecting Iran–U.S. relations in the coming period.
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