In a stunning reversal of diplomatic norms, President Trump has expressed a willingness to meet with Iran's supreme leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, if a peace deal is reached with the country. This unexpected statement comes as tensions between the US and Iran remain high, with ongoing negotiations over Iran's nuclear program and regional security concerns. Trump's comments, made in the Oval Office, have sparked widespread speculation about the potential implications of such a meeting, and whether it could be a game-changer in efforts to de-escalate the conflict. Analysts are now left wondering if this sudden shift in tone signals a genuine effort to pursue a lasting peace agreement, or simply another example of Trump's unpredictable diplomatic style.
President Trump upended expectations yet again when he told reporters Thursday that he would be “honored” to meet Iran’s supreme leader in the event of a peace deal. “If we make a deal, it’s possible that I would meet him,” the president said in the Oval Office. The idea of a meeting between Trump and...