Dr. Sanam Vakil, a senior research fellow at Chatham House, delves into the deadly anti-government protests in Iran, triggered by a collapsing economy and currency, and how severe sanctions affect everyday Iranians. Murali Babu, president of the Federation of All India Farmer Associations, raises concerns over proposed tax hikes on cigarettes that threaten farmers' livelihoods, as he advocates for a balance between public health initiatives and agricultural support. Together, they provide a gripping look at economic turmoil and its human cost.