US and Iran Near Nuclear Deal as Qatar‑Mediated Talks Advance
US and Iran draw nearer to a nuclear agreement as Qatar‑mediated talks resume, with Tehran offering new proposals and Washington seeking concrete steps.
POLICY WIRE — Washington, D.C., USA — The United States and Iran are moving closer to reviving negotiations over Iran’s nuclear program, with diplomatic channels in Qatar reporting a fresh proposal from Tehran.
Iranian officials have conveyed a concrete set of nuclear‑related proposals to the United States through Qatari intermediaries, signaling a shift from earlier positions that excluded certain topics from discussion.
U.S. representatives have indicated a willingness to explore the Iranian suggestions, while Tehran has asked for tangible steps from Washington before any new diplomatic round can commence.
The talks, slated for a Friday session, are expected to expand beyond a single‑issue focus on nuclear weapons, aiming for a phased, comprehensive dialogue that could also address broader regional tensions.
A memorandum of understanding announced earlier this month pledges to end hostilities and restart nuclear negotiations, yet analysts note that renewed fighting in the region and unresolved political demands pose significant hurdles.
Observers from neighboring Pakistan, including Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, highlighted the June 14 announcement on social media as an encouraging sign for regional stability.
Reporting by Policy-Wire (PW)
