Iran Faces Economic Turmoil as Trump Revives 'Maximum Pressure' Sanctions

Tehran grapples with domestic unrest, sanctions, and nuclear negotiations while seeking economic relief.

President Trump has reinstated his 'maximum pressure' campaign, targeting Iran's oil exports and intensifying sanctions enforcement.
Iran's economy is struggling under inflation, a collapsing currency, and rising poverty, with public discontent growing over worsening living conditions.
Supreme Leader Ayatollah Khamenei has rejected U.S. offers for nuclear negotiations, citing concerns over negotiating under pressure.
European allies remain divided on cooperating with Trump's Iran strategy, potentially undermining international sanctions enforcement.
Iran's leadership faces mounting challenges, including protests, energy shortages, and fears of Israeli military action on nuclear facilities.