In brief
In a statement broadcast by state media, Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi announced that Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei had empowered the government with specific authorities to pursue peace talks. The move is seen as a possible shift toward diplomatic engagement with the United States. Xinhua also reported that Raisi plans to resolve the conflict through dialogue, though no other outlet has confirmed these remarks.
Iran’s president Ebrahim Raisi said the supreme leader Ali Khamenei has granted the government "certain authorities" to handle peace talks, as reported by Xinhua state media on 2 November 2026. The brief announcement indicates a potential opening to diplomatic negotiations in the Middle East and highlights the Iranian leadership’s decision‑making process.
According to the same Xinhua report, Raisi also announced that he would try to resolve the conflict with the United States through dialogue, signalling a willingness from Tehran to seek peaceful solutions.
Only Xinhua has reported the president’s declaration that the supreme leader has bestowed these authorities; no other outlet has confirmed or elaborated on the statement as of this write‑up.
