Trump Iran Investment Fund Draft Proposal Raises Questions Over $300 Billion Plan

A reported draft proposal tied to ongoing negotiations between the United States and Iran has sparked major political debate after details emerged about a possible $300 billion international investment fund connected to a future agreement between the two countries.

According to information cited by The New York Times, the proposal appears to be one of the latest additions to the negotiations and remains part of a draft framework rather than a finalized agreement. An Iranian official and one diplomat reportedly placed the proposed fund at around $300 billion, although several other officials involved in mediation efforts did not confirm the amount.

Diplomats briefed on the discussions described the proposal as an international “investment fund” that would help support reconstruction and economic recovery efforts inside Iran if a final agreement is signed.

Iran Reconstruction Program and Frozen Assets Become Central Issue

Iranian officials reportedly described the proposal as a reconstruction program connected to damage caused by years of conflict, sanctions, and military operations. Earlier in the negotiations, Tehran had demanded reparations for damage estimates ranging from $300 billion to nearly $1 trillion.

The report also noted that Iran continues to push for the release of roughly $24 billion in Iranian funds currently frozen in foreign banks. Iranian negotiators reportedly argue that meaningful talks cannot move forward without progress on those assets.

Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner Ideas Mentioned in Draft Talks

The reported proposal is also linked to earlier ideas discussed by Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner, who reportedly supported large-scale investment and real estate development projects in Tehran if a broader diplomatic agreement could be reached.

According to diplomats involved in mediation efforts, discussions have included possible financial participation from regional countries such as Qatar to help structure investment support without direct American cash transfers.

At this stage, the reported investment fund remains part of an unconfirmed draft discussion. No official deal has been signed, and negotiations are still ongoing.