{"id":315148,"date":"2024-01-14T09:03:27","date_gmt":"2024-01-14T08:03:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.ncr-iran.org\/en\/?p=315148"},"modified":"2024-01-14T19:34:40","modified_gmt":"2024-01-14T18:34:40","slug":"iran-news-in-brief-january-14-2024","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.ncr-iran.org\/en\/news\/iran-news-in-brief-news\/iran-news-in-brief-january-14-2024\/","title":{"rendered":"Iran News in Brief \u2013 January 14, 2024"},"content":{"rendered":"

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THIS PAGE WILL BE UPDATED WITH THE LATEST NEWS<\/h2>\n

UPDATE: 7:30 PM<\/span><\/p>\n

State Media Report Suggests Regime Is Considering Gasoline Price Hike by Proposing the New Gasoline Initiative<\/h3>\n

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Reports suggest that the clerical regime is contemplating a gradual increase in gasoline prices labeled as the “Citizen’s Gasoline Plan.”<\/p>\n

The plan, introduced by the Parliamentary Research Center and proposed to the government of Ebrahim Raisi, faces skepticism from economic experts who fear it may exacerbate inflation. Critics argue that the plan lacks foresight and could lead to disastrous consequences, given the country’s existing financial challenges. The move has raised concerns among citizens, with some groups questioning the government’s approach to economic hardships faced by the population.<\/p>\n

A report from the state-run newspaper Jahan Sanat suggests<\/a> the initiative will act as an introductory measure for a potential gasoline price hike, quoting economic experts within the regime.<\/p>\n

According to the report, there are even rumors of including this proposal in the state budget for the upcoming year. However, analysts caution that the execution of the plan may not be certain until the allocation for the new Persian year is determined.<\/p>\n

The source adds, “This plan is entirely non-executive and lacks expertise. Currently, there are close to 20 million fuel cards in the country. If approximately 70 million of the 85 million population are added to the subsidized gasoline quota, the potential consequences and the created rent can be disastrous.”<\/p>\n

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Sunday Protests in Iran<\/h3>\n

In a series of escalating demonstrations, discontented Iranians have taken to the streets in various cities, demanding economic alternations and improved living conditions. The protests have been fueled by grievances over low wages, inadequate pension adjustments, and the failure of authorities to meet the basic needs of disabled individuals.<\/p>\n

In Tehran, employees of Darou Paksh pharmaceutical company gathered to protest against what they deem as unjustly low wages. The discontent among the workforce highlights broader concerns about economic hardships facing many Iranians.<\/p>\n

In a separate demonstration in the capital, disabled individuals rallied outside the office of the Planning and Budget Organization. They demanded the implementation of laws requiring the government to provide basic needs for those unable to work due to disabilities. The protesters seek increased support to cope with the rising cost of living.<\/p>\n

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January 14\u2014Tehran, #Iran<\/a>
Disabled people rally in front of office of the Planning and Budget organization, demanding the implementation of the law that requires the government to provide the basic needs of disabled people who can't work.#IranProtests<\/a>pic.twitter.com\/VBYXZ7GHCU<\/a><\/p>\n

— People's Mojahedin Organization of Iran (PMOI\/MEK) (@Mojahedineng) January 14, 2024<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n