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War weighs on Iran economy as US intensifies sanctions
GlobeAlert Desk · curated from koreaherald.com · South Korea · Middle East
The Iranian economy is under strain due to ongoing conflict and the intensification of sanctions by the United States. This highlights the significant economic challenges Iran faces from international pressure.
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