The Trump administration is reportedly considering Iran's Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf as a potential negotiating partner, and possibly a future leader, as it shifts from military pressure toward diplomacy. According to officials cited in the report, some in the White House view Ghalibaf as a pragmatic figure who could engage in talks during the next phase of the conflict.

While no final decision has been made, officials said multiple Iranian figures are being evaluated to determine who might be willing to reach an agreement. President Donald Trump recently announced a five-day pause on military strikes against Iranian power plants and energy infrastructure to allow space for negotiations, expressing hope for progress toward peace and stability in the Strait of Hormuz.

Ghalibaf publicly denied that he was involved in negotiations, insisting that no talks with the United States had taken place and calling such reports fake news. Despite his denial, administration officials characterized his remarks as internal positioning, emphasizing that discussions remain exploratory as Washington tests potential pathways toward a ceasefire and broader agreement.