Iran has claimed that the United States agreed to unfreeze its overseas assets held in Qatar and other foreign banks, but Washington has denied any such decision, exposing a clear gap between the two sides.
Citing a senior Iranian source, Reuters reported on Saturday that the US had agreed to release Iranian frozen funds as part of ongoing diplomatic engagements.
However, a senior US official rejected the claim, saying the White House has not yet agreed to unfreeze Iran’s overseas assets, according to media reports.
The conflicting statements come amid heightened diplomatic efforts between the two countries, as they engage in talks aimed at reducing tensions and potentially reaching a broader agreement.
The release of frozen assets has long been a key demand for Tehran, which sees access to these funds as crucial for its economy and as a confidence-building step in negotiations.