Iranian delegation concludes Qatar visit as Tehran awaits U.S. response on Hormuz plan

The Middle East is bracing for potential conflict following the Iranian delegation's departure from Qatar after tense negotiations. A regional official revealed that Iran ended talks aimed at ending the war on Sunday. A draft proposal has been shared for feedback, and a follow-up meeting is being considered. Iran has escalated its threats but awaits the U.S. response.

The Iranian proposal would reopen the Strait of Hormuz within two days if the U.S. lifts its blockade of Iranian ports. On Sunday, U.S. President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu had a positive call, discussing Iran but not providing details. Netanyahu, despite losing his majority in parliament, remains focused on potential strikes against Iran to maintain power in an emergency government during renewed conflict.

The situation in the Gulf between the U.S. and Iran appears to be a standoff between Qatar and Israel, with Qatar working on diplomatic solutions while Israel seeks military options. Iran has increased its public messaging, indicating readiness for both diplomacy and renewed fighting. The Islamic Republic's new supreme leader, Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei, met with military chiefs, urging immediate and unrestricted responses to any U.S. or Israeli threats.

Iran's security chief, Mohsen Rezaei, warned of devastating consequences for any attacker, while the U.S. aims to prevent Iran from obtaining a nuclear weapon and address the issue in potential new talks. Iran wants to discuss nuclear matters later.