In recent days, religious circles have joined political forces opposing deals with the US in Iran, deepening divisions within the country.
Over 60 members of the Assembly of Experts issued a 10-point statement against US negotiations. The statement calls the opening of the Strait of Hormuz a strategic mistake.
Article 2 issues a fatwa to kill the US president and Israeli PM in revenge for Ayatollah Khamenei, undermining talks.
President Pezeshkian rushed to Qom on June 28 to seek support from senior clerics for his policies.
