Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has openly blamed his own government for the country's soaring inflation, which reached nearly 49 percent in September. Speaking in Kurdistan province, Pezeshkian criticized the bloated bureaucracy and excessive government spending, stating that these internal issues are fueling the economic crisis. He acknowledged that efforts are underway to reduce spending and address the budget deficit, which has worsened the financial strain on citizens. The Iranian economy continues to struggle under international sanctions and recent military conflicts, further complicating recovery efforts.