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Iran economy strains under seventh month of war, sanctions, naval blockade
BBC PersianHI·IR·about 16 hours ago
Iran is raising some gasoline prices to address a fuel shortage worsened by the US naval blockade and ongoing war. The measure, politically sensitive due to heavy subsidies, will add to already high inflation. The move signals economic strain from the blockade and potential for domestic unrest.