Millions of Iranians are experiencing widespread power blackouts as the country struggles with the combined impact of ongoing conflict and an intense heatwave.
Across several regions, electricity outages lasting for hours have disrupted daily life, affecting homes, businesses, factories, and healthcare facilities. Residents say the frequent blackouts have made it increasingly difficult to cope with soaring temperatures and carry out normal activities.
Energy officials say the crisis has been driven by a sharp rise in electricity demand due to extreme heat, combined with damage and disruptions to infrastructure caused by the ongoing conflict.
Economists warn that continued power shortages could slow industrial production, increase economic losses, and place additional pressure on ordinary citizens already facing difficult living conditions.
The Iranian government says it is working to stabilize electricity supplies and repair affected infrastructure, but officials acknowledge that the combined effects of war and extreme weather continue to pose major challenges for the country's power grid.