A veneer of normality has returned to Tehran, but fears for the future are rife
Summary
Life in Tehran is showing signs of returning to normal after a fragile ceasefire between Iran, the US, and Israel. However, many people remain worried about the future due to ongoing economic problems, fears of renewed conflict, and political repression.Key Facts
- Many security checkpoints in Tehran have been removed since the ceasefire.
- Public places like coffee shops and parks are busy again, and the metro offers free rides.
- Despite the calm, fresh attacks happened recently in the Gulf, showing the conflict is not fully over.
- Inflation in Iran is expected to reach 70% this year, causing financial hardship and job losses.
- Many people, including teachers like Sara, have lost jobs and struggle to find new work.
- Schools have shifted to online classes, while some after-school centers remain closed.
- More than 20 people have been executed since February on charges related to national security and protests.
- The UN Human Rights official expressed concern about ongoing rights violations in Iran during the conflict.
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