US military carries out new targeted strikes on Iran as Tehran's leaders weigh mediator's proposals

The United States military conducted targeted strikes against Iran on Friday, aiming at an anti-aircraft system in the Suza area of Qeshm Island. President Donald Trump described the action as "minor," as it took approximately 15 minutes to neutralize. The strikes come after Iran's leaders reviewed proposals from Qatar for resolving their differences and for potential negotiations on Tehran's nuclear program.

However, Iran remains reluctant to engage in talks until the United States meets several key conditions. The US Central Command announced a reward of up to $20 million for information about Iran's nuclear program. Iran insists on several concessions before starting nuclear talks, including ending the US blockade on its ports, lifting sanctions, and unfreezing its assets.

Qatar and Iran are also discussing a potential deal to facilitate nuclear talks, which would involve trust-building measures and potentially lifting the US blockade on the Strait of Hormuz.