Iran’s Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf announced a roughly $300 billion investment framework with the United States on June 15, 2026. The deal, structured as a memorandum of understanding, is aimed at reconstruction and damages from a recent military conflict in the Middle East.
Here’s the thing: the money isn’t coming from American taxpayers. President Trump made that point loudly on the same day, calling any suggestion of direct US government funding “Fake News” and insisting the US is not investing any funds into the framework. The capital is instead expected to flow from private investors and Gulf states.
What the framework actually looks like
The MOU functions as a conditional investment pipeline. US Vice President JD Vance stated that Iran could access the fund if it complies with specific obligations, including ending its nuclear program and accepting inspections.
Over $150 billion has reportedly already been committed from various international investors. The capital is targeting sectors including energy, logistics, and manufacturing.
