Instability in Iran: The Economic Side of the Story

The current demonstrations in Tehran and other major cities mark a significant shift in Iran’s protest landscape. While previous unrest often centered on civil rights, the current mobilization is deeply rooted in a rapidly declining standard of living. To understand this instability, it is important to look at the structure of Iran’s subsidy mechanism, the corruption factor, international sanctions, contracting economy, and environmental factors that have turned everyday life into a constant financial battle for many Iranians.