Trump Links Iran Sanctions Relief to US-Controlled Escrow for Food Purchases Amid Negotiations
US President Donald Trump announced that any Iranian funds released through sanctions relief will be held in a US-controlled escrow account, designated exclusively for purchasing American food and medical supplies such as corn, wheat, and soybeans. This arrangement is part of ongoing negotiations aimed at ending hostilities and addressing Iran's nuclear program. While US officials highlight benefits for American farmers, Iranian authorities deny that agricultural purchases are mandated, emphasizing market-based trade. Experts remain uncertain about the deal's specifics and the mechanism for fund transfers.