Protests Mount in Iran Over Economic Crisis and Government Incompetence

• Cleric Boroujerdi protests economic hardship, says "people's patience has come to an end"

• Labor activist Sadeghi warns of approaching 67% inflation rate and rising gasoline prices

• Sadeghi criticizes putting inexperienced people in charge of the economy, warns of further currency devaluation

• Former central bank chief Hemmati notes inflation is 42% despite 4% economic growth, questions government competence

• Hemmati highlights government has not finalized new annual budget just 5 days before the new year begins