Iranian economy
Trump more likely to continue game of chicken with Iran than to attack - analysis
All of the reports leaked about US officials briefing Trump on his military options against Iran present the plans as 'new' options. They have, in fact, been on the table since early March.
Behind Tehran’s calm, Iran faces deepening economic collapse
Iran’s economy could collapse within three months under naval blockade, experts warn
Iran fears Israel’s 'new strategy' after major strikes on steel industry
Ayandeh Bank's collapse highlights breakdown of Iran’s financial system - WSJ
Ayandeh Bank, which was run by individuals connected to the Iranian regime, failed after accumulating nearly $5 billion in losses from bad loans.
Iranian government announces financial relief program as protests continue
Government spokeswoman Fatemeh Mohajerani said each Iranian will receive 1 million tomans ($7) per month for four months via direct deposit credit for basic necessities.
What could lead to the collapse of Iran's regime, 47 years after the revolution - opinion
If change occurs in Iran, it will come from within, driven by a combination of public pressure, economic collapse, shifting loyalties, and organizational capacity.
Is Iran’s Tiananmen moment a sign bazaar protests will topple the regime? - analysis
As protests sweep Iran, a powerful image likened to Tiananmen's ‘Tank Man’ surfaces, echoing the bazaari class’s historic defiance amid economic collapse and rising calls for regime change.
The paradox of Iranian wealth: Why high exports are failing the people - opinion
The Iranian economy is entering a dangerous phase of stagnation and inflation, despite securing revenue streams, signalling the nation's lack of wealth.
IRGC blocks popular Iranian classifieds website IPO over founder's criticism of the gov't - report
The platform, which has nearly 38 million active users, was blocked from making the move by the IRGC because of its chairman being "outspoken" and "independent-minded."
No cash to spare: Reconstructing Iran after Israel war could cost $500 b., Mideast expert says
Even before the conflict, Tehran estimated it needed more than $500 billion in foreign investment just to modernize outdated roads, grids, and ports, but now, resources would go to rebuilding.
Iran’s water crisis: will it bring down the regime? - Opinion
Without electricity and water, the economy is simply shutting down.
Anti-regime hackers infiltrate Iran's banking system
Tapandegan urged the public to withdraw their money from the regime's banks, stating that "the banking system no longer has any security" in a social media post claiming the cyber attack.
Iranian officials urge Khamenei to negotiate with US, claim that war could topple regime - NYT
Officials warned in the case of negotiations falling through, the US would strike Natanz and Fordow, which are two Iranian nuclear sites.