# Iran’s Supreme Leader Gives Government Authority to Pursue War Talks

https://mins.news/en/item/126002

- Bloomberg News, 2026-11-02 19:15 UTC
- World
- Original: https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2026-11-02/iran-s-khamenei-gives-government-powers-to-hold-talks-on-war?link_source=ta_bluesky_link&taid=6ae8e13c401f6f00010d190c

> Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian said the supreme leader has given his government greater authority to pursue peace talks. The move signals a possible diplomatic opening as concerns mount about renewed conflict with the US and Israel.

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