Afghanistan, April 24 -- The The Guardian, citing Israeli media, reported that Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf has withdrawn from overseeing negotiations with the United States.
Sources said his decision followed increased involvement by the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps, exposing growing internal divisions over how to manage talks with Washington.
The report added that Ghalibaf also stepped back from mediation efforts led by Pakistan, which has been facilitating indirect contacts between the two sides.
Tensions reportedly escalated after a proposal from Qatar aimed at reducing risks in the Strait of Hormuz. The plan proposed allowing 20 Iranian vessels to pass in exchange for similar access for ships from Gulf Arab states, according to sou...