After weeks of American and Israeli bombing and a deadly crackdown on protests in January, many Iranians are trying to resume normal life, but anxiety about the future prevails. Between a deep economic crisis and political tensions, the population fears an intensification of pressure once the conflict is over.
In the cities, signs of a return to normalcy are visible: shops, restaurants, and government offices are open, while parks and cafes are regaining some of their liveliness. Families and young people are gathering there, giving the impression of a calming of tensions after the recent violence.
But this apparent lull masks a darker reality. The damage caused by airstrikes, the disruptions caused by internet outages, and the economic collapse are taking a heavy toll on daily life. The country's financial situation, already fragile before the war, has deteriorated further.
The crackdown on the January protests continues to haunt people's minds. Many Iranians fear that the authorities will use a potential agreement with the United States to tighten their grip on the country. "The war will end, but that's when our real problems with the system will begin," says Fariba, a 37-year-old protester.
The underlying causes of social unrest, particularly economic hardship and inequality, remain largely unchanged and could even worsen. This situation fuels fears of a new cycle of tensions between the population and the government.
While negotiations are underway to extend the truce and reach a lasting agreement, Iranians are torn between hope and apprehension. Although an end to the war seems possible, many fear that internal challenges will become the next front in the crisis.
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