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Iran receives first $3 billion asset tranche as part of understanding with UAE: Report

File photo of Tehran's International Mehrabad Airport

The first tranche of approximately $3 billion in Iranian foreign-exchange assets has arrived in Tehran following the landing of a private Emirati aircraft at Mehrabad Airport in recent days, according to a report.

The development, which was confirmed on Monday, came as part of a broader financial arrangement between Tehran and Abu Dhabi aimed at preserving regional economic stability, with the shipment marking the initial phase of the process.

Radar data confirmed that a Boeing 737-7JZ BBJ, registered A6-RJF and operated as an Emirati private aircraft, conducted a direct flight from Abu Dhabi to Tehran last Monday. The aircraft, which was carrying the funds, landed at Mehrabad Airport after crossing regional air traffic restrictions.

The arrangement between the countries features gradual release of Iranian financial resources.

The transfer countered official US positions featuring repeated denials regarding certain aspects of the relevant discussions.

The Emirati side has, however, committed to the release of between $10 billion and $20 billion in Iranian assets as part of the arrangement.


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