Qatar denies $12B Iran offer

Qatar has vehemently denied reports that it offered Iran $12 billion to finalize an agreement that would end the US-Israeli war on Iran. Foreign Ministry spokesperson Majed Al Ansari>>> stated that these reports are 'utterly baseless' and are being circulated by parties aiming to derail diplomatic efforts and undermine regional stability. The denial comes amidst intensified diplomatic pushes involving Iran>>>, the United States>>>, Pakistan>>>, and several Gulf states to shape a framework agreement to de-escalate tensions in West Asia. A central issue in these negotiations is the release of frozen Iranian assets held abroad, with reports suggesting Iran>>> is seeking access to approximately $12 billion as a precondition for advancing talks. Abdolnaser Hemmati>>>, Iran>>>'s central bank governor, visited Doha for discussions on these funds. The conflict, which began with US and Israel>>>i attacks on Iran>>> on February 28, led to Iran>>>'s retaliation and a subsequent ceasefire mediated by Pakistan>>>. US President Donald Trump>>> has extended the truce indefinitely while maintaining a blockade on Iranian ports.