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Opium for survival: Inside a shift in Iran’s Zagros villages
Opium poppy cultivation in some villages of the Zagros mountains in western Iran has evolved from a hidden, scattered practice into an essential part of the rural subsistence economy, an Iran International investigation found.
Iran and US trade rival readings of MoU before 60-day talks mature
The US-Iran memorandum is being implemented before Washington and Tehran have agreed what it means, turning the fragile deal into a battle over interpretation across the Strait of Hormuz, frozen funds, nuclear inspections, oil sanctions and Lebanon.
Tehran bread prices jump up to 100% in latest increase
Bread prices in Tehran province have increased by up to 100%, significantly raising the cost of a staple food. This sharp rise fuels concerns regarding the government's ongoing subsidy system overhaul.
Rising gym fees push fitness beyond reach for many Iranians
Soaring gym fees and shrinking household budgets are forcing many Iranians to abandon sports and fitness activities, turning what was once a routine part of daily life into an unaffordable luxury, according to messages sent to Iran International.
Iran says no plan for UN nuclear inspections at bombed sites
Iran stated on Tuesday that UN nuclear inspectors would not visit sites damaged by U.S. and Israeli strikes, refuting claims by U.S. Vice President JD Vance that discussions on their return could commence as early as Monday. This Iranian rejection signals continued resistance to international oversight of its nuclear facilities, particularly following recent attacks.
Iran hardliners seek to stir unrest in parliament after US MoU, activist says
A conservative Iranian activist accused hardline lawmakers of seeking to reopen parliament to inflame tensions and advance factional interests following a memorandum of understanding (MoU) between Tehran and Washington. The activist claims this move aims to leverage the parliamentary platform for political maneuvering amid ongoing domestic and international pressures.
Relief or resistance? Tehran dailies offer diverging readings of talks
While much of Iran's political press focused on the diplomatic drama surrounding the latest round of US-Iran talks in Switzerland, several economic newspapers used Monday's coverage to highlight the country's deeper economic challenges and post-war uncertainties.
US opens door to Iranian oil in historic sanctions rollback
The United States on Monday announced a sweeping sanctions waiver for Iran's energy sector, authorizing the sale of Iranian oil, allowing payments to Tehran in US dollars and opening the door for Iranian oil and petroleum products to be imported into the United States.
Will the Islamic Republic trade with the 'Great Satan'?
Nearly half a century after Iran's revolutionary government severed ties with Washington, took US diplomats hostage and turned "Death to America" into one of its defining slogans, a new US proposal could see frozen Iranian assets used to purchase American goods.
Cyber campaign posing as Iran International staff continues
A cyber campaign impersonating Iran International journalists and staff is ongoing, targeting media figures and analysts with fake accounts. The broadcaster warned that the operation aims to steal information and compromise devices.
Caspian seals face extinction threat as deaths continue
The repeated deaths of Caspian seals along the shores of the Caspian Sea have become a persistent environmental concern, with experts still unable to identify a definitive cause despite years of investigations, according to a report by Iran's Shargh newspaper.
Iran crude prices slashed as more shipments leave Hormuz – Bloomberg
Iranian crude sellers have reduced prices for shipments to China following the departure of millions of barrels from the Strait of Hormuz. This development follows an interim peace deal with the United States, according to Bloomberg.
Lebanon 'deconfliction cell' emerges after intense Switzerland talks
US and Iran negotiators in Switzerland agreed on a 60-day roadmap toward a final agreement, after initial discussions focused on the issue of Lebanon. The emergence of a 'deconfliction cell' related to Lebanon was a key outcome of the talks, which aimed to manage regional tensions.
Iran's postwar rallies become flashpoint in diplomacy debate
Iranian hardliners have sharply criticized a government-linked report that warned prolonged nightly pro-state gatherings could obstruct diplomacy, exposing a growing dispute over the role of street mobilization in postwar Iran.
The Memorandum of Understanding between Iran and the United States may strengthen the Revolutionary Guards, weaken Persian Gulf security and deepen China's access to Iranian energy. Above all, however, it leaves Iranians to face the Islamic Republic on their own.
Hardliners accuse negotiating team of ignoring Supreme Leader's objections
A hardline Iranian media outlet accused members of the country's negotiating team of disregarding Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei's objections during talks with the United States. This criticism revives scrutiny of the diplomacy that led to the Islamabad agreement, highlighting internal divisions over engagement with Washington.
Hardliner reveals ‘top-secret’ Khamenei objections to US talks on state TV
Hardline lawmaker Mahmoud Nabavian read excerpts from purported top-secret letters from Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei on state TV, claiming Khamenei opposed direct talks with the United States. The program was abruptly cut off amid backlash, indicating internal political friction over foreign policy discussions.
Iran’s legal drug market is being hollowed out as shortages feed illicit channels
Iranian officials and industry figures have warned that policy instability, currency disruptions, and shortages are hollowing out the official medicine market. This situation is pushing more patients toward illegal sellers, counterfeit drugs, and informal supply networks.
Iran may get a lifeline, but major obstacles remain
The agreement between Tehran and Washington holds out the prospect of sanctions relief and potentially unprecedented foreign investment, but many of its economic promises remain uncertain and some may prove difficult to deliver even if negotiations succeed.
Can Iran rebuild ties with Arab neighbours without a US deal?
The recent war between Iran and the United States has left Tehran facing a diplomatic challenge that extends well beyond Washington: rebuilding trust with Arab neighbors unsettled by weeks of regional instability.
