[Sources: Little Progress in US-Iran Negotiations, Both Sides Unwilling to Compromise] BlockBeats News, September 30, according to AXIOS citing three sources familiar with the negotiations, Qatari mediators attempted this week to push for a diplomatic breakthrough between the United States and Iran, but progress has been minimal, with both sides unwilling to compromise. This stalemate has further reinforced the belief on both sides that the likelihood of military conflict escalating again is increasing. US officials believe that after the midterm elections, Trump may order the resumption of large-scale military operations. Two sources stated that Qatari officials will continue their mediation efforts but are increasingly frustrated with both the US and Iran. One source said: 'No significant progress was made in Monday's negotiations, and talks have reached an impasse. Iran has made some demands that the US cannot accept, while the US believes it holds the upper hand and sees no need to compromise.' Other regional mediators, including Pakistan and Egypt, have also urged Iran to make concessions on nuclear issues. However, another informed source stated that Iran has indicated it will only consider making relevant concessions if the US agrees to reinstate the memorandum of understanding signed in June.