Inflation surging past 50% in Iran

The fragile ceasefire may have paused the fighting, but the economic fallout in Iran continues. A US naval blockade of Iranian ports has sharply reduced the Iran’s oil exports, while the cost of everyday goods has continued to rise. Across the country, people are now bracing for further price increases and growing job losses. Liza Kaminov reports.

May 3, 2026 - 19:37
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Inflation surging past 50% in Iran
The fragile ceasefire may have paused the fighting, but the economic fallout in Iran continues. A US naval blockade of Iranian ports has sharply reduced the Iran’s oil exports, while the cost of everyday goods has continued to rise. Across the country, people are now bracing for further price increases and growing job losses. Liza Kaminov reports.

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