Reports indicate that agents from Iran's Ministry of Intelligence have indirectly contacted the US Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) to discuss terms for ending the conflict. This step suggests there may be behind-the-scenes efforts to explore an end to the hostilities, despite public statements from Tehran rejecting negotiations with US President Donald Trump. Meanwhile, China has stated it will send an envoy to the region to mediate and de-escalate tensions. The New York Times, citing officials familiar with the matter, reports that American officials are at least skeptical in the short term about whether the Trump administration or Iran is genuinely prepared to reach an agreement.
