Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has announced that $6 billion in frozen Iranian assets will soon be released through Qatar, describing the move as part of a broader peace agreement that also includes the removal of oil and petrochemical sanctions.
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Speaking during a visit to the city of Qom on Monday, Pezeshkian said the funds are part of approximately $12 billion in Iranian assets held in Qatar. He noted that efforts are ongoing to secure the release of the remaining balance.
According to the president, the release of the assets and the easing of sanctions were agreed under the framework of recent negotiations held in Switzerland and the memorandum of understanding signed in Islamabad.
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Pezeshkian described the ceasefire agreement as a “great victory” for the Iranian people, praising the country’s resilience during the conflict. He said Iran remained united despite the deaths of senior leaders, military commanders, government officials, prominent figures and civilians, accusing the United States and Israel of attempting to destabilise the country through military and economic pressure.
The Iranian leader reiterated that Tehran is not seeking to develop nuclear weapons, insisting that the country’s nuclear programme would continue within its declared policies and in line with national needs. He said Iran remains committed to assuring the international community of the peaceful nature of its nuclear activities.
Pezeshkian also claimed that the United States ultimately persuaded Israel to accept the agreement, while alleging that Israel and some opposition groups remain opposed to its implementation.
He added that the government has begun planning post-war reconstruction and introduced support measures for citizens, including increased funding for food subsidies.
