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Iran's President admits severe economic woes amid US pressure

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Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has openly acknowledged the severe economic challenges facing his country, including high inflation and job losses, attributing them in part to U.S. economic pressure. Despite these difficulties, Pezeshkian emphasized national unity and suggested that military assets like missiles are not a solution to the economic crisis. The country is experiencing significant trade declines, with crude oil exports collapsing and imports, including essential fuels, being severely restricted due to naval blockades and sanctions. AI

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  1. Fortune TIER_1 English(EN) · Jason Ma ·

    Iran’s president admits ‘we have many problems’ and missiles ‘are of no use’ as the U.S. chokes its economy while weakening Tehran’s grip on Hormuz

    "People are on the edge now; if I put more pressure on them, they might fall off the edge. We have to be careful that no one falls off."

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