"They want us to keep bombing. People in Iran say the reality is more complex. Many fear that if the war escalates further, it could wreak long-term havoc on the country's economy, leaving civilians to pay the price."
"I felt deeply upset and so did those around me. It was no longer just about the regime; these are directly tied to people's lives and to the country's economic future. This destruction creates a much deeper sense of insecurity."
"Nearly 1,500 civilians have been killed since Feb. 28, according to a report released late last month by a consortium of human rights groups, which provided the most comprehensive estimate yet of the war's growing civilian toll."
"The key point is that infrastructure ultimately constitutes a national asset - one that belongs to the people, not the regime."
President Trump claims Iranians desire U.S. military action, but many in Iran express concern over the potential economic devastation from escalating conflict. A teacher from Tehran noted initial support for U.S. actions shifted as strikes targeted economic infrastructure, leading to widespread insecurity. Reports indicate nearly 1,500 civilian deaths since late February, with attacks on dual-use infrastructure contributing significantly to civilian casualties. The destruction of infrastructure is viewed as a threat to national assets that belong to the people, not just the regime.
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