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Iran debates compromise as rial hits 2.2 million per dollar.

Six months of conflict, US pressure, and regional retaliation have led to calls for diplomacy or continued confrontation. President Masoud Pezeshkian argues the economy cannot withstand endless isolation, with the rial at 2.2 million to the dollar and gas shortages. However, hardliners believe compromising now would only encourage more demands from the US.

By BriefTea Editorial · 5 September 2026 at 13:35

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