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The Iranian economy is suffering as a result. The national currency, the rial, has plummeted to record lows, and inflation is soaring. Citizens are struggling to afford basic goods as government resources are diverted toward weapons proliferation and military advancements, at the expense of domestic needs. Despite Tehran’s claims that its nuclear program is peaceful, inspections by the International Atomic Energy Agency suggest otherwise—highlighting Iran’s continued breach of nuclear agreements and its alarming enrichment levels.