WorldBattered by war, Iran’s rulers fear more economic pain and unrest if US tightens pressure
Although Iran is projecting resilience in its war with the United States, its leaders fear that Donald Trump’s threat of additional economic punishment could deepen hardship, revive unrest and further weaken the Islamic Republic’s legitimacy.
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Reuters★★★★☆2026-08-17 15:45Original
Battered by war, Iran’s rulers fear more economic pain and unrest if US tightens pressure
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