US government considers Iranian speaker as potential negotiating partner

On March 24, the reporter learned that on March 23 local time, the Trump administration was evaluating Kalibaf, Speaker of the Islamic Parliament of Iran, as a potential negotiating partner. According to several U.S. government officials, while currently putting pressure on Iran, the White House is seeking to negotiate an end to the conflict and test the willingness of multiple potential candidates to cooperate. Kalibaf is regarded by some U.S. officials as a "viable option", but no final decision has yet been made. U.S. President Trump has previously hinted that he is in contact with "reliable figures" within Iran and announced a moratorium on some strikes on Iran's energy facilities to promote diplomatic negotiations. (CCTV News)