Nearly six months into the war, sanctions and a naval blockade are squeezing Iran's economy. 'We have virtually given up on many things,' said a Tehran taxi driver. 'We're simply breathing, surviving and trying to make it from one day to the next'

Trump escalates economic war on Iran with crushing sanctions and oil blockade, betting financial pressure can force Tehran to accept US terms.

Iranians say they are forced to work more hours, cut back on groceries and leisure to make ends meet; experts skeptical if Tehran can be pressured into making concessions