US President Donald Trump has conducted military strikes on Iranian nuclear and military targets amid an ongoing conflict that began in early 2026 following the death of Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei. His son, Mojtaba Khamenei, succeeded him but has maintained a low public profile, with Trump stating he remains alive though seriously wounded. Indirect US-Iran talks have occurred through mediators such as Qatar and Oman, focusing on nuclear limits, missile programs, sanctions relief, and reopening the Strait of Hormuz. Trump has signaled openness to further negotiations and a potential deal, while Iranian statements have rejected certain past understandings and emphasized resistance to pressure. Internal divisions in Tehran between hardliners and pragmatists, alongside US midterm election timing, continue to shape the diplomatic and military dynamics.