Iranians Face Daily Struggle Six Months Into US-Israel War
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Six months into the US-Israel war on Iran, life for most of Iran's 90 million people has become a daily struggle. The government has adapted without major ideological concessions, while a split persists between those seeking diplomacy and those wanting to fight on.
Key Facts
- The war began on February 28 with US and Israeli strikes that killed Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and key IRGC figures.
- Mojtaba Khamenei was selected as the new supreme leader but remains out of the public eye.
- Iran says it has reached an understanding with Oman over opening a transit route in the Strait of Hormuz.
- The conflict has killed more than 3,500 people in Iran and destroyed large parts of civilian infrastructure.
- Washington has imposed its toughest-ever sanctions against Tehran.
War's Toll on Daily Life
More than six months into the US-Israel war on Iran, the quality of life for most Iranians has deteriorated. For most of the country's 90 million people, life has become a daily struggle. The conflict has killed more than 3,500 people in the country and destroyed large parts of civilian infrastructure. Businesses and the population remain in a state of prolonged limbo.
Political and Diplomatic Divisions
The war started on February 28 with US and Israeli strikes that assassinated then Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and key IRGC figures. The government remained in place with the late leader's son, Mojtaba Khamenei, selected as supreme leader but staying out of the public glare. Within the establishment, there is a split between those who want a diplomatic resolution and others wishing to fight until the US backs away in defeat. All agree there will be no capitulation to the United States and Israel. Iran says it has reached an understanding with Oman over opening a transit route in the Strait of Hormuz, where sea traffic has been a trickle of pre-war levels.
International Pressure and Sanctions
US President Donald Trump's administration is reportedly opposed to the Oman deal and favours the full and unrestricted reopening of the strait. Significant disagreements remain outstanding over Iran's nuclear programme and other issues. International mediators continue efforts to revive talks between the US and Iran, but there is no breakthrough in sight. Washington has imposed its toughest-ever sanctions against Tehran.
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Iranians Face Daily Struggle Six Months Into US-Israel War
