Washington — The United States is reportedly examining the possibility of using Iranian assets to compensate Gulf countries for damages allegedly linked to Iran’s retaliatory military actions against US and Israeli operations in the region.
According to emerging reports, the proposal follows Iranian strikes on US military installations located in Kuwait and Bahrain. The attacks were carried out in response to renewed American military actions despite an existing ceasefire, further intensifying tensions across the Middle East.
US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has reportedly assigned a team to assess the extent of damages suffered by Washington’s Gulf allies and explore potential funding mechanisms for compensation.
Sources suggest that the review could include not only Iran’s frozen assets but also broader financial measures targeting Tehran.The reported move has raised concerns about a possible expansion of US economic pressure on Iran.
Analysts note that such a step could further complicate already fragile diplomatic efforts between the two countries.
Iranian officials maintain that they had repeatedly warned regional states about the risks associated with hosting US military forces. Tehran argues that the presence and activities of American troops in the Gulf make those locations potential targets during periods of conflict.
The development comes amid ongoing disputes over billions of dollars in Iranian funds frozen under US restrictions. Iranian authorities have insisted that the release of approximately $24 billion in blocked assets remains a key condition for any future agreement with Washington.
Tehran has described the issue as a critical test of US credibility, warning that continued restrictions and additional financial measures could undermine prospects for future negotiations and further increase regional instability.
While no official decision has been announced, the reported review highlights the growing financial and geopolitical dimensions of the confrontation between Iran, the United States, and their regional allies