Media reports indicated that the US President has ruled out reinstating the blockade on Iran at this stage, confirming progress in the ongoing talks. He stated that Iran has agreed to a strict, long-term nuclear inspection regime, noting that the continuation of negotiations was contingent upon this agreement. He added that the US would maintain its naval presence as a contingency to ensure compliance in the nuclear file. Regarding the released funds, he clarified that they would be deposited into an escrow account under US oversight, to be used exclusively for purchasing humanitarian, medical, and food supplies.