U.S. Quietly Pursues Informal Talks with Iran to Ease Nuclear Tensions

The US has been holding secret talks with Iran to limit Tehran's nuclear program and free imprisoned Americans, aiming to reach an informal agreement to prevent further escalation in their hostile relationship. Iran would agree not to enrich uranium beyond 60% purity, halt lethal attacks on American contractors in Syria and Iraq, expand cooperation with international nuclear inspectors, and refrain from selling ballistic missiles to Russia. In return, the US would avoid tightening sanctions, not seize oil-bearing foreign tankers, and not seek new punitive resolutions at the UN or the International Atomic Energy Agency against Iran for its nuclear activity.