U.S. Denies Iran Deal To Release Prisoners

The transcript discusses a reported deal involving the US, UK, and Iran, where billions in frozen assets would be released in exchange for prisoners. Iranian state TV claimed a deal was made for a prisoner swap and the UK's payment for a British Iranian woman's release. However, US officials, including a State Department spokesman and Ron Klain, denied any agreement, stating efforts continue to secure the release of four Americans.

What was the nature of the deal made between the US and Tehran?

How many Iranians were involved in the prisoner swap deal?

What amount of frozen assets is mentioned in the deal?

What was the UK expected to pay for the release of a British Iranian woman?

What was the response from the AUS State Department regarding the report?