Iran reviews Qatari proposals to ease US nuclear tensions

Iran is reviewing proposals from Qatar to address differences with the U.S. over Tehran’s nuclear program, two Middle East government officials said Friday, raising hopes for potential indirect talks amid the ongoing conflict. The proposals include a two-day bridge deal involving trust-building measures such as lifting the U.S. blockade and releasing frozen Iranian funds in exchange for IAEA inspector access and reopening the Strait of Hormuz. Iran insists on core conditions before nuclear negotiations, including sanctions relief and compensation. The diplomatic push follows Tuesday's U.S. midterm elections, where Republicans lost both chambers, partly due to voter dissatisfaction with Trump's handling of the war. Trump confirmed ongoing talks with Iran, while regional leaders have engaged in a flurry of calls to deescalate tensions.