Politics● ElevatedAug 17 · Aug 17, 2026, 6:15 PM
Battered by war , Iran rulers wary of more economic pain and unrest if US tightens pressure
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Iran's rulers, battered by war, are reportedly concerned about further economic pain and unrest if the United States increases pressure.
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