A resident of Tehran expressed to NBC News that the cost of everyday expenses has doubled.

In downtown Tehran, a graffiti image of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei can be seen on the wall of a fruit shop, symbolizing the political tension in the city.

As of July 3, 2026, Tehran, Iran, is facing severe challenges. Before the ongoing conflict, Roya, a 34-year-old, held a prominent position as a data analyst manager at a brokerage firm in the city center. Following military actions by the U.S. and Israel in February, she lost her job. Now, like millions of others in the country, she finds it difficult to cover basic living costs.