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Iran Faces Economic Crisis as Food Prices Surge and Public Cuts Basic Consumption
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By אוריאל פיליפ
First reported by Walla · Aug 23, 2026
What happened
Iran faces a severe economic crisis with soaring food prices and a collapsing currency, forcing citizens to cut basic consumption. Despite government denials, unemployment rises amid U.S. sanctions aimed at pressuring Tehran. Security sources see reduced chances of military conflict in the near term.
- 01Iran's food prices have surged, with rice up 60% and meat up 150% since before the war.
- 02The Iranian rial hit a record low, exceeding two million rials per US dollar in the free market.
- 03Many Iranians are forced to forgo basic food items and work extra hours to cope.
- 04Iran's central bank authorized 24/7 customs operations to release grain and medicines at Bandar Abbas port.
- 05Unemployment is rising and wages have halved compared to last year, despite official denials of crisis.
- 06U.S. President Trump intensified sanctions, warning countries aiding Iran of economic repercussions.
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