Iranians Celebrate Yalda Festival as Economic Woes Bite

Iranian families scale back Yalda Night celebrations as costs surge beyond reach

Iran's traditional Yalda Night celebrations scaled back as costs rise 1.5 times government prices with families reducing purchases amid 41% inflation and rial depreciation against dollar.

Iranians celebrate Yalda festival as economic woes bite

Iranians of all religions and walks of life mark the ancient Persian festival of Yalda Sunday, though many say economic hardships fanned by international sanctions will put a damper on this year's celebrations.

Iran Welcomes Yalda Night With Crowded Streets, Warm Spirits, And Rising Costs - Iran Front Page

Iranians across the country are preparing to mark Yalda Night on Sunday with lively gatherings, bustling markets, and a strong sense of tradition, as families and friends came together to celebrate the longest night of the year despite ongoing economic pressures.

Yalda Under the Shadow of Poverty as Iran’s Regime Destroys Families’ Purchasing Power

Runaway inflation and regime mismanagement have turned Iran’s longest night into a symbol of economic collapse, forcing families to abandon traditions or buy Yalda essentials on credit. As Iranians approach Yalda, the longest night of the year and a centuries-old symbol of light prevailing over darkness, the reality facing millions of families is one of economic suffocation. Skyrocketing prices for Yalda essentials—from nuts and fruit to sweets …