INTERNATIONAL — June 13, 2026

Reports Say UAE Agreed to Release Up to $20 Billion to Iran

More than three billion dollars have already been transferred according to the reports, which tie the move to diplomatic efforts amid US-Iran-Israel tensions. The UAE Foreign Ministry has denied the claims, labeling them false and unfounded.

The Ehtebar Desk — originates with Pajhwok — corroborated by Khaama Press2 min read

Reports Say UAE Agreed to Release Up to $20 Billion to Iran
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According to reports published by several news organizations, the United Arab Emirates has consented to the release of significant sums of money to Iran from frozen assets. The figures mentioned include an initial amount of 10 billion dollars, potentially reaching as high as 20 billion dollars in total value. It is indicated that more than 3 billion dollars have already been moved as part of this understanding.

The purpose of the reported agreement is to bring an end to attacks directed at the UAE by Iran. This comes during a period of active diplomatic initiatives that include participation from the United States and other regional players. These initiatives aim at establishing a comprehensive deal covering issues such as a cessation of hostilities, relief from sanctions, and matters related to the Iranian nuclear program.

The reports follow a series of attacks by Iran in the context of its conflict with the United States and Israel. Sources suggest this financial arrangement represents a tactical approach to reduce immediate threats.

In response to these reports, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the UAE has issued a strong denial. The ministry stated that the allegations regarding any transfer of funds or the unlocking of frozen Iranian assets are entirely false and lack any foundation in fact.

These details have been attributed to information provided to Reuters by multiple sources familiar with the matter. The situation remains fluid as regional diplomacy continues to unfold.

Read the original reporting at Pajhwok

Reliability assessment

Multiple outlets (Reuters, i24NEWS, Middle East Eye and others) independently reported the identical June 2026 details from regional sources matching the story's core claim of a $10-20B UAE-Iran arrangement with $3B+ transferred; dates align precisely and no prior incidents exist.

The source language mixes facts with framing or advocacy wording. Khaama Press: "highlights growing diplomatic efforts to reduce tensions", "tactical shift by Abu Dhabi after enduring weeks of attacks", "confidence-building measure aimed at supporting a wider diplomatic settlement" — these phrases frame the financial transfer positively as diplomacy and de-escalation without quoting direct evidence or official confirmation, mixing reported facts with interpretive advocacy language.

Independent web corroboration

A separate web search returned 8 matching reports. A selection:

Across the newsrooms

Where reports agree

  • Both sources report (citing Reuters) that the UAE agreed to release $10 billion (possibly up to $20 billion) to Iran, with over $3 billion already transferred, in exchange for a halt to attacks
  • Both sources note the arrangement has not been publicly confirmed by UAE or Iran and is tied to de-escalation amid US-Iran-Israel tensions

Where reports differ

  • UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs explicitly denies the fund transfer or any release of frozen assets (reported only by Pajhwok)
  • Exact total amount of funds involved ($10 billion vs. up to $20 billion)

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