Iran delivers nuclear offer to Washington through Qatari mediators

Tehran has delivered an offer on nuclear matters to the American government through Qatari intermediaries, though talks depend on Washington first satisfying seven preconditions, a senior Iranian official told Reuters.

The official, who requested anonymity, indicated that American authorities are currently examining the submission. Specific elements of the proposal were not disclosed.

The diplomatic outreach arrives as international mediators push to halt hostilities between the United States and Iran. Concerns have mounted that combat could escalate following the U.S. midterm elections, particularly after Donald Trump refused to rule out restarting military operations once balloting concluded, prompting Tehran to prepare broader retaliatory measures if fighting restarts.

Speaking during a trip to Russia on Thursday, senior Iranian security figure Mohsen Rezaei underscored that Tehran would maintain its position until its prerequisites are fulfilled. Rezaei stated that the Strait of Hormuz will remain shut and discussions will not occur until Washington carries out all seven terms outlined by Iran.

Among its requirements, the Iranian government has sought the removal of American economic sanctions, the unfreezing of seized financial assets, and compensation for war damages. Conversely, Washington has consistently maintained that any preliminary dialogue must directly address nuclear capabilities.

The wider regional confrontation began when American and Israeli forces carried out attacks against Iran on February 28. Tehran struck back by targeting Israel as well as Gulf nations hosting U.S. military installations. The fighting subsequently expanded across multiple fronts, including clashes in Lebanon involving Hezbollah and operations from Yemen, where Houthi forces launched strikes against Saudi Arabian airports, energy infrastructure, and other sites.