Iran's Alleged Meeting with Elon Musk Sparks Diplomatic Speculation
Reports suggest Iran sought Musk's influence to ease tensions with President-elect Trump, though Iran denies the meeting.
- A U.S. official claims Iran's U.N. Ambassador Amir Saeid Iravani met with Elon Musk to discuss easing tensions with Donald Trump.
- The alleged meeting reportedly covered Iran's nuclear program and its support for anti-Israel groups.
- Iran's state media denies the meeting, expressing surprise at the media coverage in the U.S.
- The meeting comes as Trump announces foreign policy picks expected to adopt a tough stance on Iran.
- Recent tensions include an Iranian plot against Trump, which Iran denies, and U.S. warnings against targeting former officials.