US-Iran Peace Stalled by Rp217 Trillion Question

Peace negotiations between Iran and the United States continue despite both nations remaining involved in retaliatory actions. Several sources indicate that efforts to reach an initial agreement are intensifying amidst rising regional tensions.

“Iran wants between US$6 billion and US$12 billion of frozen funds to be released to Tehran, while Washington wants to release the funds gradually for humanitarian goods and refuses to return the funds directly to Iran,” said one Iranian source, as quoted by Reuters on Thursday (11/06/2026).

According to three Iranian sources and a European official, both countries are still actively exchanging messages regarding the detailed mechanism for releasing Iranian assets that have been frozen due to international sanctions. This communication is a vital part of the effort to build political understanding between the two parties.

Iranian sources revealed that a preliminary political understanding has been reached in principle between Tehran and Washington. However, several technical issues remain under discussion, particularly regarding the mechanism for releasing funds from the sale of Iranian oil that are currently frozen in various foreign banks.

The value of the funds under debate is substantial. Iran is requesting the release of funds amounting to US$6 billion to US$12 billion, equivalent to approximately Rp108.57 trillion to Rp217.14 trillion. Meanwhile, the US wants the release to be conducted gradually and limited to humanitarian needs.

The sources added that the current Iranian administration’s primary priority is not to achieve a comprehensive settlement with the US. Tehran is prioritising economic relief through the partial release of frozen assets and the cessation of conflict.