ILProfessor Uzi Rabi, director of the Moshe Dayan Center for Middle Eastern and African Studies at Tel Aviv University, discussed the impact of U.S. sanctions on Iran's economy during an interview with 103FM radio. He noted that the sanctions are increasingly harming Iran's ability to access hard currency and function economically, but warned that economic collapse alone may not necessarily lead to the downfall of the regime. Rabi emphasized that while the U.S. blockade could force Iran into managing with fewer dollars, affecting sectors like agriculture and industry, the outcome remains uncertain due to potential diplomatic shifts and Iran's resilience. He also highlighted changes in global oil trade routes, such as Saudi Arabia exporting oil through the Red Sea, and suggested that Iran's internal economy continues to support the regime despite growing hardship.
Bias read (Center): The article presents a balanced analysis of the potential impacts of U.S. sanctions on Iran's economy without overtly favoring either side. While it acknowledges the severity of the sanctions and their effects, it also highlights uncertainties and complexities, including Iran's resistance economy, U
