US Official Reveals Details of Tentative Iran Deal, Expects Signing in Coming Days

The senior U.S. official dismissed reports indicating Iran could receive as much as $12 billion in economic relief immediately upon signing the agreement.

US Official Reveals Details of Tentative Iran Deal, Expects Signing in Coming Days

TL;DR

  • A senior U.S. official denied reports of immediate economic relief for Iran in a pending peace framework.
  • The proposed deal includes reopening the Strait of Hormuz and requires Iran to hand over and destroy highly enriched nuclear material.
  • Economic relief for Iran is dependent on its adherence to the terms of the agreement.