Trump open to unfreezing Iran's funds if nuclear progress is made

US President Donald Trump is ready to consider easing sanctions pressure on Iran and unfreezing Tehran's blocked financial assets if concrete progress is achieved on the nuclear issue, according to CNN citing a US official. Negotiations are ongoing through intermediaries, with the White House also considering a temporary sanctions exemption for flights carrying Shia pilgrims between Iran and Iraq. The US Treasury may permit Iraqi Airways to fly to Najaf for one month with possible extension. The potential moves signal a shift in approach amid stalled nuclear talks, though no formal agreement has been announced. The reported measures would mark a notable change in US-Iran relations under the current administration.