Iran sends new nuclear proposal to US, ties talks to seven demands

Iran has sent a new nuclear proposal to the United States through Qatari mediation, with Washington currently reviewing the offer. However, Tehran has made it clear that it will not discuss the proposal unless its seven demands are met, according to a senior Iranian official cited by Reuters.

Iran’s demands include ending the US blockade on its ports, easing restrictions on oil exports, releasing frozen Iranian assets, and reaching arrangements regarding the Strait of Hormuz. The official did not provide details on the remaining three demands.

Meanwhile, Washington insists that Iran’s nuclear program be included on the agenda from the outset of negotiations, reflecting ongoing disagreements over the order of issues and conditions required before nuclear talks can resume.

The New York Times reported on Thursday that Iran is considering proposals put forward by mediators regarding its nuclear program, a development officials described as a breakthrough in diplomatic efforts to prevent renewed conflict.

According to the newspaper, the proposals presented to Tehran contain specific provisions, following weeks of Iran holding firm on its positions and refusing to make concessions on its nuclear file. Officials believe Iran’s willingness to consider these proposals signals progress in the Qatari-led mediation, although no final decision has been made by Tehran.

Indirect communications between Washington and Tehran continue through Doha, as disagreements persist over the conditions for ending the conflict and the sequencing of negotiation topics. The possibility of renewed military confrontation remains if mediation efforts falter, despite all parties seeking to keep diplomatic channels open.