Trump administration officials are reportedly engaged in discussions with Kurdish leaders in northern Iraq and northwestern Iran about potentially providing support to groups opposed to the Iranian regime, according to multiple news reports citing sources familiar with the matter.

The discussions involve Kurdish leaders from both northern Iraq and northwestern Iran, with U.S. officials exploring ways to provide military support to Iranian opposition groups. Three sources with knowledge of the discussions and an Iraqi Kurdish official confirmed the talks to news outlets.

Kurdish Iranian dissident groups based in northern Iraq are reportedly preparing for potential cross-border operations into Iran. According to Kurdish officials, the United States has asked Iraqi Kurds to provide support for these groups as part of broader regional tensions.

The reported discussions come amid escalating tensions between the United States and Iran in the Middle East. The talks are described as part of a wider strategy to increase pressure on Tehran's government through support for opposition forces.

However, reports vary significantly regarding the scope and current status of any operations. While some sources describe ongoing discussions and preparations, others have made unverified claims about active military operations that could not be independently confirmed.

The Kurdish population spans across several countries in the region, including Iraq, Iran, Turkey, and Syria. Kurdish groups have historically sought greater autonomy and have been involved in various conflicts throughout the Middle East.