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UAE to unlock billions of dollars for Iran, sources say

The agreement includes an initial $3 billion transfer and is tied to Iran halting missile and drone attacks, sources said.

  • The United Arab Emirates agreed to unlock billions for Iran to halt missile and drone attacks, with sources reporting a first tranche of $3 billion already released and total deals potentially reaching $20 billion.
  • Iranian missile and drone strikes previously damaged the UAE's business-hub status and safety reputation, prompting this financial shift after the last direct attack on May 4 at the Fujairah port on the Gulf.
  • Officials from the Revolutionary Guards visited Abu Dhabi last week to meet Sheikh Tahnoun, the UAE's national security adviser, accelerating talks to negotiate the transfer mechanism and rebuild bilateral ties.
  • Tehran has approached at least two other Gulf Arab countries to make similar financial deals, signaling a tactical effort to leverage relief across the region to stabilize Iran's domestic economy.
  • Vice President Vance stated on Friday that funds would not be released for deals with the U.S., while Dubai banks face regulatory hurdles under American sanctions complicating transfer execution.
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Claims UAE will unlock billions of dollars for Iran after weeks of attacks

Claims first $3 billion tranche already sent

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Reuters broke the news in New York, United States on Friday, June 12, 2026.
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