Iranian rial hits record low despite funding

The article depicted Iran's economy as deteriorating due to U.S. sanctions and maritime blockade, with the exchange rate of the rial falling to a new record low, and the currency losing more than half of its value over the past year. Government measures, such as injecting two billion dollars to support the rial, were implemented, but inflation exceeded 70%, making it increasingly difficult for citizens to meet basic needs and pay rent. Iranian officials attributed the decline to misleading American expectations, considering the drop temporary, amid U.S. efforts to economically isolate Iran and statements suggesting Tehran is on the verge of losing its bargaining power.