Iran denies collapse is close as US claims IRGC running out of money

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US Central Command chief Brad Cooper claimed that military attacks and a naval blockade have severely impacted Iran's finances, preventing $25 billion in crude exports and freezing $350 million in crypto assets, leading to the IRGC being unable to pay its soldiers and regional allies. Iranian authorities have rejected claims of imminent collapse, acknowledging financial challenges due to sanctions and war while asserting their intent to lift pressure on their terms.

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Iranian authorities defiant despite financial strain, saying they want to lift US blockade and pressure on their terms.

Iran denies collapse is close as US claims IRGC running out of money

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