The preliminary peace agreement between the US and Iran provides significant economic relief to Tehran, with estimated gains of $30 billion in oil sales and unfrozen assets. However, critics argue that this will ultimately allow Iran to rebuild its military and support allied armed groups. Under the deal, Iran is required to spend some of its unfrozen assets buying food from US farmers, but its oil revenue is not similarly restricted. The agreement also proposes a $300 billion investment fund for reconstruction economic development backed by Persian Gulf monarchies. Despite the concerns, Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian says Tehran will pursue a deal as they believe there’s potential for long-term transformation.
Source: https://www.washingtonpost.com/world/2026/06/27/deal-with-trump-hands-iran-economic-lifeline-leaders-eye-postwar-gains