Amid ongoing economic crises, residents in Iran can’t help but feel envious as they watch President Trump’s Mideast tour, where he solidified strong alliances and investment deals with Arab nations like Saudi Arabia and the UAE. As electricity outages and water shortages plague their day-to-day lives, many Iranians express regret over their government’s failings compared to the development and progress seen across the border.
Majid, a Tehran-based tech worker, describes the daily hardships, including power outages that hinder everyday activities. He describes the gripping moment of switching on his television to see Trump announce advanced tech partnerships with rival nations while facing the harsh reality of his own country’s struggles. The contrast between the jubilant announcements from Arab states and the dire news from Iran stirs a mix of frustration and admiration among the Iranian populace, revealing a deepened sense of longing for stability and growth.
Majid, a Tehran-based tech worker, describes the daily hardships, including power outages that hinder everyday activities. He describes the gripping moment of switching on his television to see Trump announce advanced tech partnerships with rival nations while facing the harsh reality of his own country’s struggles. The contrast between the jubilant announcements from Arab states and the dire news from Iran stirs a mix of frustration and admiration among the Iranian populace, revealing a deepened sense of longing for stability and growth.
