Trump offers post-war grand gift, mobilizing $300 billion from donors to help rebuild Iran after recent strikes
U.S.-Iran negotiations have entered their final stage, with both sides expected to sign a memorandum of understanding in Geneva, Switzerland on the 19th. However, Trump has once again made an unexpected move.
Recently, reports surfaced from the U.S. side indicating that Trump is considering establishing a $300 billion reconstruction fund for Iran—provided Iran reaches a final agreement with the U.S., including a nuclear deal—and guarantees free passage for ships through the Strait of Hormuz.
Trump’s plan is quite shrewd: the $300 billion won’t come from the U.S. treasury directly, but rather by drawing in investments from Europe, America, Japan, South Korea, and domestic U.S. companies into Iran’s post-war reconstruction. Yet, how the fund will be managed and how contributions will be distributed among countries remain undecided. Still, reports suggest that businesses across nations are highly optimistic about Iran’s energy market, making them eager to invest.
The Iranian government has also confirmed that the 14 clauses in the memorandum indeed require the U.S. and its allies to contribute at least $300 billion toward reconstruction.
Now, opinions within the U.S. administration are clearly divided. Vice President Vance openly acknowledged the existence of this $300 billion reconstruction fund, stating it would be released if Iran fulfills its commitments; however, Trump himself denies it, claiming the entire story is fabricated by Democrats, emphasizing only Iran’s promise to never develop nuclear weapons.
Previously, the U.S. imposed long-term comprehensive sanctions and maritime blockades on Iran, attempting to force submission. Now, reversing course, the U.S. is actively leading hundreds of billions of capital into Iran—effectively easing sanctions—using economic incentives to secure concessions from Iran.
For Trump, his core bottom line remains clear: Iran must never possess nuclear weapons.
Offering $300 billion as a massive economic inducement is primarily aimed at luring Iran into signing a deal and abandoning its nuclear weapons program. Should Iran renege later, the U.S. could immediately reinstate sanctions, cut off all foreign investment, and use economic leverage to bind Iran’s nuclear behavior—this approach is far less costly than military strikes and allows for longer-term control.
Moreover, by rallying European, Japanese, and South Korean enterprises to participate in investment, the U.S. can align the interests of its allies, ensuring unified cooperation on Iran policy and reinforcing American dominance in the Middle East.
Original source: toutiao.com/article/1868135987364868/
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