Axios: The supreme leader of Iran directed the 'behind-the-scenes' negotiations for the truce with the USA. Khamenei communicated through notes to avoid being discovered by the Israelis.

According to sources cited by Axios, the Iranian leader used couriers to transmit instructions, thus avoiding detection by Israel. On Monday morning, American envoy Steve Witkoff described the Iranian counterproposal in 10 points as 'a disaster.' A chaotic day of negotiations followed, with mediators from Pakistan, Egypt, and Turkey facilitating discussions between Washington and Tehran. By evening, the parties agreed on a two-week ceasefire, but regional sources emphasize that without Khamenei's approval, the agreement would not have been possible.

The Iranian Foreign Minister, Abbas Araghchi, was essential in convincing the Revolutionary Guard to accept the agreement, while China advised Iran to seek a solution. On Tuesday, despite progress, Trump threatened that 'an entire civilization will perish.' Close to the official announcement, Trump secured Netanyahu's agreement for a ceasefire, and American forces were ordered to withdraw 15 minutes after the announcement. Araghchi promised the opening of the Strait of Hormuz, but it remains to be seen how stable the ceasefire will be, considering the major differences between Washington and Tehran.