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Iran Rejects Claims of Imminent Collapse Amid US Assertions of IRGC Financial StrainEconomy

Iran Rejects Claims of Imminent Collapse Amid US Assertions of IRGC Financial Strain

Iran has denied claims of imminent economic collapse, acknowledging financial challenges due to U.S. sanctions and regional conflicts, while asserting its resilience and commitment to supporting allied groups.

Al Jazeera English|October 20, 2026
Iraq's Parliament Confirms New Cabinet Amidst Severe Economic HeadwindsPolitics

Iraq's Parliament Confirms New Cabinet Amidst Severe Economic Headwinds

Iraq's parliament has approved the remaining members of Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi's cabinet, including three deputy prime ministers, one of whom is under US sanctions. The new government faces severe economic challenges exacerbated by the ongoing US-Israel war on Iran.

Al Jazeera English|October 16, 2026|1
India's Voter List Updates Ignite New Protests Amid 'Unfair' AccusationsMiscellaneous

India's Voter List Updates Ignite New Protests Amid 'Unfair' Accusations

Navi Pillay has condemned US sanctions against the ICC as 'totally unfair.' The criticism coincides with fresh protests in India over changes to the voter list.

Al Jazeera English|October 12, 2026
Iraqi Airways to Restart Iran Flights After Receiving US WaiverEconomy

Iraqi Airways to Restart Iran Flights After Receiving US Waiver

Iraqi Airways plans to resume flights to Iran in October after securing a US sanctions waiver for routes between Najaf International Airport and Iranian airports, following a brief suspension caused by pressure from Washington.

The National|September 29, 2026|1
Iraqi Airports Ground All Flights to and From Iran Following New US Aviation SanctionsEconomy

Iraqi Airports Ground All Flights to and From Iran Following New US Aviation Sanctions

Four major Iraqi airports have suspended all flights to and from Iran in compliance with new US aviation sanctions targeting companies doing business with Iranian carriers.

Al Jazeera English|September 25, 2026|1
UAE Suspends Iranian Airline Flights to Align with US SanctionsEconomy

UAE Suspends Iranian Airline Flights to Align with US Sanctions

The United Arab Emirates has suspended all flights operated by Iranian airlines to comply with sweeping US sanctions targeting Iran's aviation sector. The decision follows similar moves by other nations and recent financial restrictions implemented by Emirati authorities.

Al Jazeera English|September 25, 2026|3
US Sanctions and Middle East Blockades Threaten China's Vital Iranian Oil SupplyEconomy

US Sanctions and Middle East Blockades Threaten China's Vital Iranian Oil Supply

New US sanctions and ongoing Middle East blockades are severely threatening China's imports of discounted Iranian crude, forcing Beijing to rely on commercial inventories and alternative routes.

The National|August 28, 2026|1
Iran's Bazaar Merchants Face Severe Economic Pressure as Rial Plummets to Record LowEconomy

Iran's Bazaar Merchants Face Severe Economic Pressure as Rial Plummets to Record Low

Iran's bazaar merchants are struggling to keep their businesses afloat as a collapsing currency, rising rents, and new US sanctions deepen the country's economic crisis.

The National|August 26, 2026