A senior US official has denied Iranian media claims that Washington will release $12 billion of Iran's frozen assets. The official stated that any release of funds is contingent on Iran fulfilling its commitments and is not unconditional.
The UAE's Ministry of Foreign Affairs has denied media reports claiming it agreed to release billions of dollars in frozen funds to Iran. Reuters had cited unnamed sources suggesting a deal to unlock $10-20 billion in exchange for a halt to Iranian attacks, but the UAE government stated these allegations are false.
Hungary's new government, led by PM Peter Magyar, has agreed with the EU to meet 27 binding conditions by August 31 to unlock €16.4 billion in frozen funds, addressing concerns over corruption, rule of law, and academic freedom.
Negotiations between parties have slowed due to rigid stances on Iran's nuclear program and frozen funds. Despite optimistic statements from US officials, President Trump emphasized caution against a "bad deal."
Iran's Central Bank Governor Abdolnaser Hemmati traveled to Qatar to discuss the release of frozen Iranian funds, amid ongoing negotiations and US obstruction. These funds, frozen since 2018, are linked to oil sales and were intended for humanitarian use.
Sources indicate ongoing US obstruction in negotiations, particularly regarding frozen Iranian funds. Iran insists on guarantees and clear gains, especially on sanctions and frozen assets, before making concessions on other issues like its nuclear program.
Hungary's new Foreign Minister Anita Orbán confirmed a meeting in Brussels next week to discuss unlocking €10.4 billion in frozen EU recovery funds. The funds were withheld due to rule of law concerns under the previous government. Orbán stated reforms are underway to ensure transparency and fight corruption.
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