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Half of Iran’s workforce faces unemployment risk as the U.S.-Israel war’s ‘hidden target’ was the labor market, economist says
Half of Iran’s workforce faces unemployment risk as the U.S.-Israel war’s ‘hidden target’ was the labor market, economist says

“Even if the ceasefire holds, Iran’s most vulnerable people will suffer the long-term consequences of this 40-day conflict.”

By Jason MaApril 17, 2026
The $39 trillion national debt could break the all-important U.S. bond market, sparking a ‘vicious’ emergency, former Treasury secretary warns 
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By Tristan BoveApril 17, 2026
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By Jake AngeloApril 17, 2026
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Trump says Iran to suspend nuclear program, won’t get funds
By Kate Sullivan and BloombergApril 17, 2026
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