Amid US-Israeli attacks, people in Iran struggle to survive ailing economy

Al Jazeera
March 25, 2026
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Iranians face economic collapse, displacement, and internet outages amid U.S.-Israeli military operations.

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Iranians are facing severe economic hardship compounded by internet disruptions and displacement amid recent US and Israeli military operations against Iranian targets. The combination of these attacks and Iran's pre-existing economic crisis has left some Iranians without income while others have been temporarily displaced from their homes. Internet outages have further isolated residents, disrupting communications and commerce at a time when the economy is already fragile. The situation underscores how military conflict intersects with Iran's broader economic struggles, including inflation and currency weakness that have strained ordinary households for years. The timing of these developments leaves unclear when essential services like internet connectivity will be restored, adding to uncertainty for civilians trying to maintain basic economic stability.

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