Iran job losses surge amid war and economic strain
Iran is facing a sharp rise in unemployment as the economic fallout from its conflict with the United States and Israel deepens. According to Gholamhossein Mohammadi, nearly two million people have lost their jobs, either directly or indirectly due to the war. The job losses extend well beyond facilities damaged by air strikes. Entire sectors—including manufacturing, retail, import-export businesses and the digital economy—are affected. Officials often describe the situation as “workforce balancing,” but for many Iranians, the impact is visible in daily life, from quieter roads to reduced activity in public transport. Consumer spending has also dropped significantly, as households cut back to essential goods. This has hit industries such as tourism, hospitality and non-essential retail, further compounding job losses. Internet blackout worsens economic strain The situation has been aggravated by prolonged internet restrictions imposed by authorities for security reasons. […]