Iran's new leadership seeks talks after Khamenei's death; Trump says he's open to diplomacy.

On March 1, 2026, President Trump said Iran’s new leadership has expressed interest in diplomatic talks following the death of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei in U.S.-Israel strikes, stating he is “eventually” willing to engage. A White House official confirmed Iran has signaled openness to negotiations, though no formal talks have been scheduled. The developments come amid ongoing regional hostilities and uncertainty over the future of U.S.-Iran relations.