'Iran Faces 'Many Problems' As US Tightens Sanctions,' Says President Masoud Pezeshkian

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has acknowledged that his nation is grappling with significant domestic challenges as the United States escalates economic pressure through new sanctions. Addressing the issue in a speech on state television, Pezeshkian stated that Iran is currently experiencing serious societal difficulties and is making efforts to mitigate them.

The US sanctions campaign, announced last week, aims to bring about the collapse of the Iranian regime, nearly six months after the conflict began. Pezeshkian described the current situation as a full-scale economic, military, and security war, attributing it to the actions of US President Donald Trump.

The president emphasized the severity of the sanctions imposed on Iran, stating that they are the most crushing and terrifying measures ever taken against the country. Economic hardship has been a contributing factor to widespread protests in Iran, with multiple waves of mass demonstrations triggered by issues such as inflation, exchange rate fluctuations, and decreasing purchasing power.

At the end of last year, protests that began over rising living costs turned into large-scale demonstrations against the ruling authorities.

The authorities reported over 3,000 deaths during the unrest, claiming that the United States and Israel orchestrated the violence. However, foreign-based non-governmental organizations reported a more grim picture, alleging that the authorities conducted a indiscriminate crackdown resulting in thousands of deaths.

To address the economic and social pressures faced by Iranians, Pezeshkian's government is actively working to tackle issues such as inflation, unemployment, and livelihood problems. He vowed to secure a dignified and proud future for the people, ensuring they can live with pride. As tensions between Iran and the United States continue to rise, Pezeshkian remains committed to overcoming the challenges facing his nation.