U.S. Has Not Agreed to Release $12 Billion in Iranian Assets

Iranian officials stated that the United States agreed to release $12 billion in previously frozen assets. No U.S. government statement has confirmed the claim.

The assets in question have been held under sanctions tied to Iran's nuclear program. Release of the funds without a verified nuclear agreement could allow Iran to direct resources toward military programs, according to @Jerusalem_Post reporting.

Independent observers cited by @Jerusalem_Post said the Iranian announcement lacks supporting documentation from U.S. sources. Further details on any potential asset transfer have not been released.