U.S. Central Command says Iran struggles to pay troops
A U.S. blockade and sanctions are squeezing Iran's economy while domestic unrest grows, with the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) on high alert.
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What happened
U.S. Central Command says Iran is running out of money and is unable to pay its soldiers as a U.S. blockade chokes the economy. Domestic unrest is growing, and the IRGC has gone on high alert over the risk of civil unrest. Assessments say the Iranian street is simmering and public reaction remains unpredictable.
Why it matters
The Islamic regime is feeling the economic pain, and the IRGC is showing growing desperation. Assessments say the next flashpoint could arrive within months.
Timeline
- Oct 17, 10:43 PM ET: Assessments say the Iranian street is simmering, and the next boiling point could arrive within months.
- Oct 18, 4:46 PM ET: Central Command says Iran is running out of money and cannot pay its troops as domestic unrest grows.
Coverage
- Iran is running out of money and can’t even pay its troops as U.S. blockade chokes the economy, Central Command says, while domestic unrest grows (fortune.com)
- Sanctions strangle Iranian economy as IRGC goes on high alert over civil unrest risks (Jerusalem Post)
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