# Iran government signals fuel price hike on eve of new US sanctions

https://mins.news/en/item/29918

- Al Jazeera, 2026-08-23 15:38 UTC
- Economy
- Original: https://www.aljazeera.com/economy/2026/8/23/iran-government-signals-fuel-price-hike-on-eve-of-new-us-sanctions?traffic_source=rss

> Iran’s government is preparing the public for another fuel-price increase as war and US pressure deepen economic strain. Food and other prices are already soaring, while past petrol hikes have sparked unrest, prompting authorities to proceed cautiously before an expected decision in the coming weeks.

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