Senior US officials have clarified that the $12 billion in frozen Iranian funds will not be released until Tehran takes 'real and tangible steps,' according to a report.
Amid ongoing negotiations between Washington and Tehran, senior US administration officials have stated that $12 billion in frozen Iranian assets will not be released unless Iran demonstrates 'real and tangible steps.' The statement, reported Monday morning, reinforces the US position that any financial relief is tied to performance, mirroring denials issued earlier by a senior Trump official who rejected claims of an upfront $12 billion payout upon deal approval — as The Zioneer reported at 06:26. This hardline messaging follows weeks of back-and-forth: on Friday, a US official said no frozen funds would be released until Iran fulfills commitments, while Vice President Vance on Thursday rebutted 'false information' about upfront cash for Tehran. Iran has demanded immediate release of funds, with an IRGC commander issuing an ultimatum last Wednesday linking cash payment to any nuclear deal. The administration's latest clarification suggests Washington is holding firm on its conditions.
5 developments
- DevelopingVP Vance rebuts 'false information' on US-Iran deal, says no upfront cash for Tehran
- StrongUS official denies $3 billion in frozen Iranian funds are being released
- DevelopingIran's VP: Frozen assets will be released 'gradually' under MOU with US
- StrongVP Vance: No US taxpayer money to Iran under any circumstances
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