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Iranian rial collapse accelerates, pegged to war escalation; Tehran seeks dollar access
Al Jazeera AR·IR·about 12 hours ago
An Iranian MP warns of imminent 300% price increases for medical and disability supplies, citing economic pressures. The claim is unverified and likely reflects broader inflation and sanctions impact. This signals domestic economic strain and potential social unrest, but direct market impact is limited.