In Tehran, money is short and a return to war looms over daily life
The BBC's Lyse Doucet reports from Iran, where the buzz of busy shopping streets masks deep uncertainty over the country's future.
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Notable Quotes
"He called it a 'public right'."
— Sattar Hashemi , Other
"suggests attacking Iran was his own decision as war struggles to garner public support amid energy crisis."
— US president , Politician
"No matter what happens, I am not leaving Tehran."
— Sana , Other
"The first explosion had hit right near her office."
— Fatemeh , Other
"He doesn’t care as long as he believes it serves his interest."
— Donald Trump , Politician
"The European powers are betraying the mission of the UNSC, turning it into an instrument of coercion rather than a guardian of global security."
— Abbas Araghchi , Politician
Key People
Abbas Araghchi is the Foreign Minister of Iran.
Former president of the United States known for his aggressive economic policies.
Sana's roommate in a two-bedroom apartment in Tehran.
Masoud Pezeshkian is the President of Iran.
A 27-year-old master's student and risk control analyst in Tehran.
Iran's Information and Communication Technology Minister.
The head of state of the United States.
Vladimir Putin is the President of Russia.
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The BBC's Lyse Doucet reports from Iran, where the buzz of busy shopping streets masks deep uncertainty over the country's future.
A temporary ceasefire in Tehran has allowed more businesses to reopen, but the economic situation remains challenging for many residents.
A personal account of a Tehran resident reflecting on the impact of the recent conflict and the uncertain future ahead.
An Iranian resident shares her experience of enduring bombings in Tehran and the challenges of daily life during the conflict.
Iran's currency has sharply depreciated amid fears of reinstated UN sanctions over its nuclear programme, leading to economic challenges.
Residents of Tehran express anxiety over the looming threat of US-led strikes targeting civilian sites, as the deadline approaches.
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