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Qatar
Al Jazeera
National & Local
Caused a backlog of 75,000 containers at the ports.. Iraqi traders protest against the increase in customs fees
Iraqi traders are protesting against the government's decision to raise customs fees, leading to a backlog of 75,000 containers at ports and rising prices for consumers.
Feb 8 • 08:28 UTC
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Czechia
iRozhlas
National & Local
Iranian traders protest against inflation. 'A tough response can create a spiral of violence,' says Kraus
Traders in Iran are protesting against rising inflation, with concerns that a harsh government response could lead to increased violence, according to analyst Kraus.
Jan 2 • 13:20 UTC
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France
France24
World
Iranian shopkeepers protest, shut stores as currency hits record low
Iranian traders and shopkeepers held protests and closed their stores for the second consecutive day in response to the national currency falling to a record low against the US dollar, exacerbating economic pressures on households.
Dec 29 • 12:43 UTC