A senior Iranian official revealed on Saturday that the United States has agreed to release a portion of Iran’s frozen assets held in Qatar and other international banks, describing the move as a sign of Washington’s “seriousness” in ongoing negotiations in Islamabad.
The source, speaking on condition of anonymity due to the sensitivity of the discussions, indicated that the move is closely tied to efforts to guarantee safe navigation through the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz, a central issue in the current round of talks.
No official confirmation has yet been issued by US authorities regarding the reported decision to unfreeze the assets, reports Al-Rai daily.
The development comes amid heightened regional tensions, with global markets closely watching any progress that could ease risks to one of the world’s most critical oil transit corridors.
