Iran's President Declares 'Full-Scale War' Amid Economic Hardship and Sanctions Threats

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian stated on Sunday that Tehran is embroiled in a "full-scale war" that spans economic, military, and security fronts. Speaking in a televised address, Pezeshkian conveyed the government's determination to overcome the significant challenges confronting the nation.

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We are in a full-scale economic, military, and security war.

"We are in a full-scale economic, military, and security war," Pezeshkian declared, according to the state-run IRNA news agency. He acknowledged the government's "shame" regarding the ongoing economic problems. The president specifically mentioned U.S. President Donald Trump's rhetoric, noting his "easy" pronouncements about imposing "the most crushing or the most terrible sanctions on Iran."

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The government is 'ashamed' that the economic problems persist.

Despite these pressures, Pezeshkian asserted that Iran remains "standing firm" and is committed to serving its people amidst what he termed an "unequal war." He drew a contrast with adversaries' expectations, stating, "The enemy had assessed that if Iran falls, it will become Venezuela. Not only did it not happen, but it became a power that amazed the world with its resistance, solidarity and cohesion."

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Trump easily says that they will impose the most crushing or the most terrible sanctions on Iran.

The president also emphasized Iran's internal efforts to maintain unity, saying the country is working "with all our might to avoid division, conflicts and egos." This comes after a period of heightened tensions, including a memorandum of understanding signed in June mediated by Pakistan and Qatar, which aimed to end hostilities that began in February. However, negotiations have since stalled over disagreements concerning the implementation of the deal and navigation protocols in the vital Strait of Hormuz.

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The enemy had assessed that if Iran falls, it will become Venezuela. Not only did it not happen, but it became a power that amazed the world with its resistance, solidarity and cohesion.