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Three-minute read<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n Amid a severe power crisis, the Iranian regime announced the closure of most government offices and banks on Sunday, July 28. This drastic measure comes as power outages continue to plague various parts of Tehran and other cities, leaving residents frustrated and angry in the sweltering heat.<\/p>\n A report by the state-run Khabar Online on July 27<\/a> revealed that power was cut for nearly 12 hours in western Tehran. “The unprecedented heat in Tehran has become unbearable, and prolonged power cuts hinder the use of cooling equipment, causing significant discomfort for residents, especially in District 22, including Chitgar Town,” the report stated.<\/p>\n In addition to Tehran, power outages have affected areas in Qom, Semnan, and Sorkheh. According to the state-run Arman-e-Melli newspaper on July 28<\/a>, “The energy imbalance crisis reemerges with the onset of summer, leading to the shutdown of industries. The Iranian economy is likely to continue facing this crisis and power shortages in the coming years. Price controls and production barriers are among the short-term challenges confronting the industry.”<\/p>\n Abdollah Babakhani, an energy expert, told the Jamaran news site<\/a>, “Sixty percent of the country’s industrial power has been cut despite the closure of urban public offices and facilities. The country is on the brink of a shutdown due to a 25 percent power deficit.” He added, “We are losing six times the electricity produced by the Bushehr Nuclear Power Plant.”<\/p>\n Facts and stats on #energy<\/a> crisis in #Iran<\/a>https:\/\/t.co\/vSTBtLvV3R<\/a><\/p>\n — NCRI-FAC (@iran_policy) August 26, 2023<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n