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Foreign minister says talks possible only on basis of respect after Trump threatened ‘very strong’ military response

Activists staged a sit-in at Tehran’s Grand Bazaar over Iran’s economic crisis and the collapse of the country’s currency

The economic situation is likely to worsen as Iran's Central Bank drastically reduced the subsidised exchange rates for dollars it offers to importers and producers.

Nationwide protests continue to grow as rights groups accuse authorities of cracking down on demonstrators

President wants to placate demonstrators calling for political change, action on corruption and help with cost of living

Saeed Laylaz, an economist and adviser to former Iranian President Mohammad Khatami, spoke to Euronews about Iran, from the country's economic situation to the downfall of Nicolás Maduro, one of Tehran's most important allies, and how domestic and external circumstances affect Iran.

Seen as a reformist by many, Pezeshkian must be free to fulfil his promises without interference, especially from the IRGC and other radical hardliners inside and outside the parliament, Euronews' Babak Kamiar writes.

Trump warns Iran the US is 'locked and loaded' to protect protesters amid unrest; Tehran accuses Washington of fueling chaos after seven deaths.