Iran Doubles Petrol Prices, Deploys Security Forces Amid Unrest Risk

Iran's government doubled the price of non-rationed petrol, a sharp reversal after weeks of denials, and has deployed heavy security forces to preempt protests. The move risks reigniting the 2019-style unrest that followed similar price hikes, though the regime's readiness suggests it anticipates and is prepared to suppress backlash. This is a domestic economic policy shift with significant political and social stability implications, but its direct market impact is limited to potential supply disruptions if unrest escalates.