TEHRAN: Iran has called for compensation amounting to $270 billion for damages it says were caused during the recent conflict, as fresh negotiations with the United States are expected to resume.
According to Al Jazeera, Iranian officials stated that the country’s infrastructure suffered extensive destruction during attacks carried out by the United States and Israel. Tehran has made it clear that any future agreement must include financial compensation for these losses.
Iran’s ambassador to the United Nations formally raised the issue, also accusing several regional countries of assisting in the attacks by allowing their territory to be used. Tehran has urged nations such as Bahrain, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, the United Arab Emirates, and Jordan to share responsibility for the damages.
The demand comes at a critical time, as diplomatic efforts are underway to restart talks between Iran and the United States. Reports suggest that a new round of negotiations could take place soon, with mediators working to ease tensions and build on a fragile ceasefire.
However, significant differences remain between the two sides. Key issues include Iran’s nuclear programme, the removal of economic sanctions, and the broader framework of any long-term agreement.
Iran has stressed that progress in negotiations will depend not only on sanctions relief but also on accountability for the damage caused during the conflict. The war has had wide-ranging consequences, including heavy casualties, regional instability, and disruptions to global energy markets, particularly around vital oil shipping routes.
As preparations for the next round of talks continue, Iran’s demand for compensation is likely to be a major sticking point, potentially complicating efforts to reach a lasting agreement.