A senior Iranian adviser said Tehran views the recent conflict with the US as its first military victory and stated that talks remain stalled. Iran wants USD 24 billion in frozen funds released and warned of wider conflict if negotiations fail.

Iran's supreme leader released a statement proclaiming victory over the U.S. military, just as the White House divulged the ayatollah is engaging.

Iran demands $12 billion in frozen assets released before signing a deal with the US, while Washington rejects unconditional sanctions relief ahead of