Iran’s president admits country facing ‘many problems’

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian admitted on Sunday that his nation faces numerous challenges following the US imposition of new sanctions aimed at further isolating its economy. In a speech broadcast on state television, Pezeshkian acknowledged the difficulties his citizens currently confront, stating that his government is making every effort to mitigate these issues. His remarks came after the US announced a campaign to bring down the Iranian regime through sanctions, nearly six months after the conflict began.

Pezeshkian emphasized that Iran is currently engaged in a comprehensive economic, military, and security war due to the actions of US President Donald Trump. Claiming to have imposed the most stringent and intimidating sanctions on Iran, the president highlighted the challenges his government is attempting to overcome. The Iranian government has faced multiple waves of mass protests in recent years, often triggered by economic hardships such as inflation and fluctuations in the exchange rate, leading to a decline in purchasing power.

Earlier this year, a protest movement that began with concerns over rising living costs escalated into widespread demonstrations questioning the authority of those in power. Authorities reported over 3,000 deaths during the unrest, accusing the United States and Israel of instigating the violence. However, foreign-based non-governmental organizations (NGOs) contended that the government had launched a broad crackdown resulting in the deaths of thousands.

Despite the challenges, Pezeshkian expressed his commitment to addressing inflation, livelihood issues, unemployment, and to securing a dignified and proud future for the Iranian people.