UAE denies media reports alleging transfer of funds to Iran

The UAE has categorically denied reports published by certain international media outlets alleging the transfer of funds from the UAE to Iran, including allegations concerning $3 billion.

In a statement, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) affirmed that these allegations are entirely false and unfounded, stressing that no frozen Iranian funds have been released, transferred, or facilitated through the UAE.

MoFA also called on media outlets to exercise accuracy, rely on official sources, and refrain from publishing or circulating unverified information and unfounded allegations.

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— MoFA وزارة الخارجية (@mofauae) June 12, 2026