Iran’s internal crisis could rebound against Israel

Iran is in a severe economic crisis driven by sanctions, war, and mismanagement, with inflation surging, the currency collapsing, unemployment up, and shortages of basic goods. While the regime acknowledges hardships and some reformist media describe a “repair economy” among the middle class, experts warn that sustained external pressure could backfire, weakening public trust and potentially pushing Tehran to escalate against Israel, thereby reshaping regional security calculations.