US offers $20 million reward for Iran nuclear info

The United States has announced a reward of up to $20 million, along with possible relocation, for information related to Iran's nuclear program. The offer was made through a post on X by U.S. Central Command (Centcom), which stated the State Department's Rewards for Justice programme is seeking details on Iran's nuclear activities.

The Rewards for Justice programme, established in 1984, provides financial incentives for information that protects American interests. The State Department noted that Iran's failure to comply with International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) safeguards obligations has led to a loss of 'continuity of knowledge' regarding Iran's nuclear components.

U.S. President Donald Trump reiterated that Iran is eager to reach a deal to end the conflict, while defending the military campaign against Iran. He claimed that Iran's economy and military have been significantly weakened over the past eight months of hostilities.

Meanwhile, the U.S. conducted fresh strikes on Iran's air defense systems, as reported by Iranian state media. These strikes were described as 'minor' by Trump, who said they targeted an anti-aircraft device. The actions occurred following the U.S. midterm elections, where the Republican Party lost both chambers of Congress.

Iran is reviewing proposals from Qatar, the chief mediator, to address differences with the U.S. over its nuclear program. The proposals include trust-building measures such as lifting the U.S. blockade on Iran's ports and releasing frozen funds in exchange for allowing IAEA inspections of bombed sites.

Iran has demanded an end to the U.S. blockade, the lifting of sanctions, and compensation for war damage before entering nuclear talks. Diplomatic efforts have intensified, with U.S. Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth and Trump engaging with Qatar's leadership, while Iranian officials held separate calls with their Iraqi and Tunisian counterparts.