Trump offers Iran sanctions relief for nuclear concessions: Report

President Donald Trump is willing to offer Iran sanctions relief and release frozen funds in exchange for concrete nuclear concessions, according to an Axios report citing US officials, as Qatari and Pakistani mediators attempt to broker a deal. Washington and Tehran remain far apart, with Iran prioritizing talks on the Strait of Hormuz and the US naval blockade, while the Trump administration demands nuclear commitments. Trump rejected Iran's latest proposal on Saturday, though US officials described indirect discussions as "positive and constructive." Qatari mediators are meeting Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi in New York on Monday to discuss a proposal, with further US meetings expected. A US official said significant gaps remain on timing and sequencing, while Iran's delegation said it plans no further talks. The US remains skeptical of Iran's promises, citing July vessel attacks.