NGIranian President Masoud Pezeshkian acknowledged that Iranians face 'many problems' in a televised address, following the U.S. imposition of new sanctions aimed at isolating Iran economically. He criticized the U.S., particularly referencing former President Donald Trump, for escalating economic, military, and security tensions between the two nations. Pezeshkian highlighted ongoing challenges such as inflation, unemployment, and declining purchasing power, which have fueled recent protests. The Iranian government claims over 3,000 deaths occurred during December 2022 protests, blaming external forces like the U.S. and Israel, while foreign NGOs accuse authorities of excessive force. Pezeshkian reiterated efforts to improve living conditions and restore national dignity.
Bias read (Progressive): The article frames the U.S. sanctions and Trump's policies as escalatory and harmful to Iran, emphasizing the negative impact on Iranian citizens. It highlights the Iranian government's perspective, portraying the U.S. as aggressors, and underscores domestic struggles as a result of external actions
