Analysis: Iran faces ‘a permanent state of crisis’ as time wanes and sanction pressure grows

Iran faces significant challenges as its economy struggles and sanctions are reimposed. Despite these pressures, the government hasn't taken major actions to address the situation or restart nuclear talks with the West.

By Jon Gambrell
October 24, 2025
AP Photo/Vahid Salemi
Jon Gambrell

Jon Gambrell is Gulf and Iran news director for The Associated Press in Dubai

 
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