US-Iran Talks Stall, Raising Fears of Return to War

US-Iran diplomatic talks mediated by Qatar have stalled, with neither side willing to compromise, raising fears of a return to military conflict. US officials believe President Donald Trump could order major military operations after the midterm elections. Qatari mediator Ali al-Thawadi held separate meetings with Iranian and US officials on Monday, presenting a two-page compromise proposal addressing Iran's demand for a lifted naval blockade and Washington's demand for nuclear concessions. Despite initial US optimism, Trump publicly stated he offered Iran nothing, and sources report no significant movement. Iran insists it will only consider nuclear concessions if the US returns to a previous June memorandum of understanding. Iranian official Mohsen Rezaei accused Trump of being unable to decide between negotiation and fighting, while Trump maintains Iran will eventually give up its nuclear program.