WASHINGTON D.C April 11, 2026 – The White House has firmly denied reports that the United States has agreed to unfreeze any Iranian assets, pushing back against claims from Iranian sources on the same day high-level talks between the two sides are underway in Islamabad, Pakistan.
A senior U.S. official stated Saturday that Washington has not agreed to release Iran’s frozen overseas assets, according to multiple media reports citing the denial.
The denial follows a Reuters report earlier on Saturday in which a senior Iranian source claimed the U.S. had agreed to release frozen Iranian funds held in Qatar and other foreign banks. The source described the purported move as a sign of “seriousness” from Washington and said it was linked to one of Tehran’s key demands conveyed ahead of the negotiations. A second Iranian source told Reuters the amount could be around $6 billion held in Qatar.
The Iranian source further tied the issue to ensuring safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz, a critical waterway expected to feature prominently in the discussions.
However, the U.S. official swiftly rejected the assertion, clarifying there is no such agreement.
The conflicting claims come as U.S. and Iranian delegations hold negotiations in Islamabad aimed at brokering a ceasefire and addressing broader issues, including sanctions relief and regional security. The talks follow a fragile two-week ceasefire announced earlier this month that opened the Strait of Hormuz.
Frozen Iranian assets — blocked under long-standing U.S. sanctions related to Tehran’s nuclear program and other matters — have been a recurring point of contention in past diplomatic efforts. Previous limited releases, such as those tied to prisoner swaps, were strictly monitored and restricted to humanitarian purposes.
This latest episode underscores the challenges and sensitivities surrounding U.S.-Iran diplomacy, where both sides continue to navigate high-stakes issues amid ongoing tensions in the Middle East.
Negotiations are continuing, with no immediate comment from Qatar’s Foreign Ministry on the reported asset discussions. Officials on both sides have not provided further details publicly.
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