PORTALBERITA.CO.ID - The United States government is initiating measures to redirect frozen Iranian assets, intending to allocate these funds toward covering damages sustained by Gulf allies following recent Iranian military strikes. This development was revealed by an individual familiar with the matter on Saturday, June 6, 2026.
The core of this action involves the US Treasury Secretary, Scott Bessent, who has instructed his team to conduct an assessment of the destruction inflicted upon Gulf partners. As reported by Businesstimes, the purpose of this evaluation is to ascertain if the currently frozen Iranian funds can adequately cover the necessary repair costs.
This proposed asset redirection follows a significant escalation in regional hostilities, specifically after US forces targeted Iranian coastal radar installations located in Goruk and on Qeshm Island near the Strait of Hormuz. These strikes were authorized by US Central Command after intercepting Iranian drones threatening maritime activity.
The situation was further complicated when Iran retaliated against US military installations situated in both Kuwait and Bahrain, leading to the current damage claims. This sequence of military actions has notably strained the already fragile ceasefire environment between Washington and Tehran.
Kuwaiti military authorities confirmed engaging incoming threats, reporting the interception of seven ballistic missiles over populated residential zones. While this action prevented casualties, it resulted in measurable material damage within the country.
Meanwhile, the domestic political landscape in the US is becoming increasingly challenging for the current administration, largely due to the conflict's impact on domestic fuel prices. This broader conflict initially erupted on February 28, stemming from joint operations launched by US and Israeli forces against Iran.
Adding context to the ongoing military capabilities of Tehran, US President Donald Trump offered an assessment of Iran’s remaining military hardware. He indicated that while significant portions of their arsenal were destroyed, a considerable threat remains.
"They have some missiles, they have some drones. I would say percentage wise, maybe 21 per cent to 22 per cent of their missiles. It’s a lot of missiles, but it’s not what it was when we first attacked," said US President Donald Trump.
The economic fallout from this conflict has been severe, disrupting global energy markets significantly and causing the blockage of the Strait of Hormuz, a vital waterway that previously managed one-fifth of the world's oil traffic.
