Who pays for Iran’s recovery? US$300 billion fund emerges as flashpoint in ceasefire deal
A $300 billion reconstruction fund for Iran has become a point of contention within a new ceasefire agreement between Washington and Tehran. While the agreement lacks specifics on funding allocation, there is concern that Gulf countries might be expected to finance this post-war effort. US President Donald Trump has distanced Washington from direct financial responsibility, seemingly contradicting statements made by Vice President J.D. Vance regarding a "Gulf coast coalition" potentially backing the fund. AI