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Iran's President Clashes with IRGC Over Economic Crisis

3/29/2026

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Iran's President Masoud Pezeshkian is in conflict with Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) chief Ahmad Vahidi over economic and social effects.
Pezeshkian says IRGC's regional tactics threaten Iran's economy.
He argues the government should decide war policy, a stance rejected by Vahidi.
War has worsened Iran's economy, with food prices rising and over 40% of the population living in poverty.
Many government employees have gone three months without regular salaries.

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Iran's President Masoud Pezeshkian is in conflict with Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) chief Ahmad Vahidi over economic and social effects.
Pezeshkian says IRGC's regional tactics threaten Iran's economy.
He argues the government should decide war policy, a stance rejected by Vahidi.
War has worsened Iran's economy, with food prices rising and over 40% of the population living in poverty.
Many government employees have gone three months without regular salaries.