As Iranians Face War, There’s Still Solace in a Cafe

The New York Times | May 1, 2026, 5:07 a.m. | Original
Cafes and coffee shops give Iranians affordable places to talk about their hopes, fears and the cost of living as well as to seek company in uncertain times.
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