Bank of Russia Governor Elvira Nabiullina announced that the central bank and the Ministry of Finance are considering various options to assist investors with assets frozen abroad, but will not publicize their initiatives due to obstruction from foreign regulators.
Venezuela's government is urging countries holding its frozen assets to release them for earthquake recovery efforts. Foreign Minister Yvan Gil Pinto cited gold in the UK and finances in the US, while the UN launched an appeal for $296 million to aid the 3,685 earthquake victims.
Les États-Unis et l'Iran ont tenu des discussions indirectes au Qatar, aboutissant à un accord sur l'utilisation d'avoirs iraniens gelés pour acquérir des biens et l'établissement d'un canal de communication pour signaler les violations.
Iran announced it will set up a communication channel with the US to report breaches of a recent memorandum of understanding (MoU) aimed at ending a war. Indirect talks in Qatar also addressed the use of frozen assets for Iranian purchases.
Iran's Parliament Speaker warned of war if the US violates a memorandum of understanding (MoU), stating negotiations won't proceed until Washington fulfills commitments. Tehran views recent Persian Gulf events as a violation and will react. Technical talks in Doha focus on MoU implementation, not political negotiations.
Top US envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner met Qatari mediators in Doha regarding Iran negotiations. Both Qatar and Iran confirmed no direct or high-level meetings between US and Iranian officials would occur, contradicting earlier US President Donald Trump's claims. Discussions will focus on implementing a memorandum of understanding, including the release of Iran's frozen assets.
Iran's foreign ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baghaei rejected Donald Trump's claim of imminent US-Iran talks in Doha, stating no negotiations are scheduled. An Iranian expert delegation will visit Doha to follow up on a MoU regarding frozen assets, not for new talks, despite recent military de-escalation.
Iran's chief negotiator, Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, denied claims that unfrozen assets would be used to buy US agricultural products, countering President Trump's statements. This adds to ongoing disputes over the interim US-Iran peace deal.
Iran's chief negotiator, Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, denied claims that the country's unfrozen assets would be used to buy US agricultural products, adding to conflicting interpretations of the interim US-Iran peace deal. The two nations also clash over military operations in Lebanon and transit tolls in the Strait of Hormuz.
Iran's parliament speaker, Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, rejected Trump administration claims that Iran's unfrozen assets would be used to purchase US agricultural products, citing deep mistrust. US officials, including President Trump and Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent, maintain strict control over the funds for humanitarian goods, while Congress debates war funding and authority.
Iran and the US, with mediators, concluded successful technical talks in Switzerland, agreeing on arrangements for future negotiations, including working groups and implementation mechanisms, to end their over 100-day war.
US Vice President JD Vance stated that Qatar will assist in establishing a mechanism to oversee the use of Iran's unfrozen sovereign assets. This follows a meeting with an Iranian delegation in Switzerland, where the potential use of these funds for purchasing US agricultural products was discussed.
Iran announced progress in talks, citing the lifting of a blockade, release of frozen assets, and a reconstruction plan. However, Iran's Foreign Minister stated the "real test" is deconfliction in Lebanon. The US stated unfrozen assets should be spent on American goods and not fund terrorism.
Iran claims US-Iran talks in Switzerland have led to the lifting of blockades, release of frozen assets, and a reconstruction plan. Pakistani and Qatari mediation is credited. The next key challenge is deconfliction in Lebanon.
Technical groups in US-Iran talks, mediated by Qatar and Pakistan in Switzerland, are discussing Iran's nuclear program, the situation in Lebanon, and the unfreezing of Iranian assets, according to Pakistani Foreign Minister Ishaq Dan.
The US administration hopes Iran will allow UN inspectors access to its nuclear facilities, offering access to some frozen assets, including $6 billion in Qatar, in return. Technical consultations are set for June 21 in Switzerland.
A draft US-Iran peace deal reportedly offers Tehran a $300 billion private investment fund, immediate oil export waivers, and access to over $100 billion in frozen assets. The agreement, set to be signed in Switzerland, contradicts President Trump's public statements. The private fund, with over $150 billion committed, aims to incentivize a final deal.
Qatar's Foreign Ministry stated that the unfreezing of $24 billion in Iranian assets was discussed during preparations for a memorandum of understanding between the US and Iran. Details remain undisclosed until the agreement is officially signed.
US Permanent Representative to the UN Mike Waltz expressed confidence that a deal with Iran would be signed on Sunday, June 14. He stated that the US will not provide upfront cash, emphasizing a 'pay for performance' approach for any unfrozen assets or sanctions relief. Pakistani PM Shehbaz Sharif also indicated a peace agreement is likely within 24 hours.
Former IRGC chief Mohsen Rezaei claims a secret clause in the US-Iran "Islamabad Memorandum" states that President Trump agreed to release $24 billion in frozen Iranian assets, but wishes to keep it undisclosed. Rezaei also criticized US military strategy and alleged US subservience to Israel.
Iranian military adviser Mohsen Rezaee says a US-Iran agreement depends on the US unfreezing $24 billion in Iranian assets, viewed as a trust-building measure, with $12 billion sought upfront and $12 billion later, amid US concerns over losing leverage.
The US conducted defensive strikes on Iranian missile sites and boats, despite an ongoing seven-week ceasefire, as negotiations for a peace deal resumed in Qatar, with Iran seeking frozen asset release and the US pushing for nuclear concessions.
An Iranian delegation, including Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf and Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi, arrived in Qatar for negotiations aimed at ending the conflict. Discussions are expected to focus on the Strait of Hormuz and frozen assets, with reports suggesting a potential release of funds in exchange for easing restrictions.
As a US-Iran ceasefire MOU nears completion, the release of Iran's frozen assets has become a major sticking point. Iran insists on immediate release upon MOU agreement, while the US links it to conditions like the Strait of Hormuz reopening and nuclear compliance.
