New Delhi [India], June 18: Iran appears poised to emerge as the biggest beneficiary of a newly signed 14-point memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the United States, according to analysts assessing the agreement that aims to end prolonged hostilities and revive diplomatic engagement between the two countries.
US President Donald Trump, during the ongoing G7 meeting in Evian city of France, signed the MoU mutually agreed by America and Iran, ending over 100 days instability in the Middle East Asia.
American media reported from sources that the current framework does not directly address Iran's nuclear enrichment programme. Instead, both sides are expected to begin separate nuclear negotiations during a 60-day period following the signing of the agreement. It is notable that several contentious issues are still unresolved.
Under the agreement, Iran is expected to receive significant sanctions relief, including access to billions of dollars in previously frozen assets.
Reports suggest that approximately $24 billion in Iranian funds currently held abroad could be released if sanctions are eased.
Major Boost for Iranian Economy
Additionally, a broader development package estimated at around $300 billion is expected to support Iran's economic recovery.
Iran's economy, which has struggled under decades of US-led sanctions, is likely to receive a major boost from the deal. Since 2019, the country's oil exports have largely been dependent on China, with nearly 96 per cent of its crude exports reportedly heading to the Asian nation.
Analysts say the lifting of sanctions could allow Tehran to re-enter global energy markets and attract much-needed foreign investment.
The agreement also includes Iran's reaffirmation of its commitment not to pursue nuclear weapons, a key demand repeatedly stressed by US President Donald Trump.
The United States has also sought greater international oversight of Iran's nuclear programme, while diplomatic channels and strategic maritime routes are expected to reopen as part of the arrangement.
For Washington, the deal offers a potential exit from a costly and prolonged confrontation. While many military experts initially predicted a short conflict lasting only a few weeks, hostilities stretched on for more than 400 days, during which Iran demonstrated its ability to inflict damage on US interests and military assets in the Middle East.
According to experts, the agreement provides the United States with a diplomatic off-ramp while allowing the Trump administration to project the outcome as a strategic success.
However, several analysts argue that Iran stands to gain more tangible benefits through economic revival, sanctions relief and reduced military pressure.
"While the US may present itself as the winner, it is Iran that appears to benefit most from the agreement," observers noted, pointing to the substantial financial and economic concessions included in the MoU.
The agreement marks a significant shift in US-Iran relations and could reshape regional dynamics if both sides follow through on their commitments.
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