Iran Demands Compensation for Estimated $270 Billion War Losses

Iran Seeks Compensation for War Damages Caused by US and Israeli Attacks

Tehran, Iran – Iranian officials have demanded compensation from five regional countries for damages caused by attacks launched by the United States and Israel on critical infrastructure. The demand was made by Tehran’s envoy to the United Nations, who stated that these countries used their territories for launching attacks on Iran.

According to an Iranian government spokeswoman, the country has suffered approximately $270 billion in direct and indirect damages since February 28, when the US-Israel war began. This estimate includes damage to oil and gas facilities, petrochemical companies, steel plants, aluminium factories, military complexes, bridges, ports, railway networks, universities, research centers, power plants, water desalination plants, hospitals, schools, and civilian homes.

The government has stated that it is still assessing the extent of the damage. Iranian officials have also discussed a protocol for compensation through the Strait of Hormuz, which would include a tax on ships passing through the waterway.

In an interview with Russian news agency RIA Novosti, Fatemeh Mohajerani said that the issue of compensation was discussed in recent negotiations between Tehran and Washington in Pakistan. The government has also stated that it does not have the resources to repay civilians if their homes have been damaged or destroyed by US-Israeli attacks.

The secretary of the Association of Iranian Airlines reported that 60 civilian aircraft were put out of commission, with 20 completely destroyed by the US and Israel. Iranian airlines lost significant revenue during the conflict, with accumulated losses exceeding $190 million at the current exchange rate.

Despite the damage caused by the war, Iranian authorities have signaled that they do not intend to make major concessions in negotiations with Washington, including on nuclear enrichment.

Source: Al Jazeera