"Sajjad's despair captures the suspended reality of millions in the Iranian capital. The absence of bombing does not equate to peace, as stark disparities in recovery persist across the city."
"The cost of building a single unit has multiplied in recent months due to the US-imposed maritime blockade and damage to domestic steel companies, driving up material costs."
"Authorities have told displaced residents they must either rebuild the properties themselves or wait for post-war public tenders once a definitive peace is reached."
"If the war returns tomorrow, everything we build will be a new target, Sajjad says, highlighting the deep-seated psychological and security fears that hinder recovery."
Tehran's residents are caught in a cycle of fear and uncertainty following recent conflicts. Sajjad, a young man, mourns the destruction of his father's home, symbolizing the plight of many. Although a truce has paused air attacks, the city remains in a state of disrepair. While some buildings are being repaired, completely destroyed areas await international support. Rising construction costs due to sanctions and economic instability further complicate recovery efforts. Authorities have left displaced residents to either rebuild independently or wait for future public tenders, exacerbating their fears of renewed conflict.
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