Iran Eyes $300bn Reconstruction Deal With US

Iran could receive a massive $300 billion reconstruction package under a proposed peace agreement currently under discussion with the United States, according to reports citing sources familiar with the negotiations.

The proposed fund, which would be created if a final agreement is reached, is expected to help rebuild Iran’s economy, industries and critical infrastructure, including roads, power systems and public services damaged by years of sanctions and conflict.

According to reports, the package would be structured as an international investment fund backed by financial support from multiple countries, with the United States expected to play a mediating role in its formation. Detailed discussions on the fund are expected to continue during an initial 60-day negotiation period if both sides approve a draft memorandum of understanding.

Officials and diplomats familiar with the matter said the draft proposal goes beyond ending hostilities and could include a broader non-aggression framework between Washington and Tehran, under which both countries would pledge not to attack one another. Mediators reportedly hope the agreement could contribute to wider regional stability, including efforts to ease tensions in Lebanon.

Under the proposed framework, Iran would reportedly agree not to pursue nuclear weapons and temporarily suspend parts of its nuclear programme during negotiations. In return, the United States would refrain from imposing new sanctions and allow limited trade and shipping activities to continue.

The draft also reportedly includes provisions allowing Iran to maintain oil and petrochemical exports, while Tehran has proposed limited opportunities for American energy firms to invest in joint ventures inside the country.

A key part of the discussions involves the possible release of nearly $24 billion in Iranian assets frozen in foreign banks. Tehran, however, is said to be insisting that the funds be released before meaningful negotiations move forward.

The future of Iran’s uranium stockpile is also expected to feature prominently in the next phase of talks. Discussions may focus on roughly 970 pounds of highly enriched uranium and about 10 tonnes of low-enriched uranium currently held by Iran.

While President Donald Trump initially pushed for transferring the uranium to the United States, Tehran reportedly wants the materials to remain inside Iran under international monitoring. Alternative proposals involving supervised dilution or relocation to a third country are also being discussed, although Washington has reportedly ruled out transferring the material to Russia or China.

No official confirmation has yet been issued by either Washington or Tehran regarding the reported draft agreement.