Iran’s Pezeshkian plans economic reforms amid increasing protests

President Masoud Pezeshkian struck a conciliatory tone on state TV, vowing to address Iran’s economic woes amid deadly nationwide demonstrations fueled by US and Israeli interference. The protests began over economic hardship but escalated to political dissent. The government distinguishes between peaceful protesters and armed militants, with warnings against foreign intervention. The crisis has led to dozens of deaths, with ongoing internet blackouts and threats of severe punishment for participants.

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