6 weeks of war has pushed millions of Iranians into poverty

For ordinary Iranians, the tenuous ceasefire that began last week has offered a desperately needed reprieve from death and displacement. For analysts, it has provided an opportunity to evaluate the damage that this war has wrought.The conclusion is clear: In six weeks of fighting, the U.S. and Israel have dealt a devastating blow to Iran’s economy, placing 50% of Iranian jobs at risk and pushing an additional 5% of the population into poverty.U.S. President Donald Trump marketed the war at the o...