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📋 Economy & Sanctions Brief — November 8, 2026 🔴

Iran's inflation rate rises to 69%, rial depreciates to 2,800,000 per US dollar.

Iran's inflation rate increased to 69%, up from 68% yesterday.
The Iranian rial further depreciated to 2,800,000 rials per US dollar.
Government officials are struggling to maintain purchasing power amid rising prices.

Why it matters: This escalation in inflation and currency devaluation exacerbates economic challenges, impacting citizens' purchasing power and overall economic stability.

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