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Iranian Officials Urge Public to Reduce Electricity, Gas and Fuel Consumption

Iranian officials called on citizens to reduce consumption of electricity, gas and fuel as US blockade measures disrupt shipments and deepen economic pressure. President Masoud Pezeshkian warned that lower electricity use could prevent government restrictions. Vice President Saghab Esfahani separately called for small daily reductions in gasoline consumption.

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1 source·May 9, 5:03 PM·1m read
Iranian Officials Urge Public to Reduce Electricity, Gas and Fuel Consumptionfrance24.com
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Iranian officials have urged people to cut electricity, gas and fuel use as US blockade measures disrupt shipments and deepen economic pressure on Iran. President Masoud Pezeshkian, who is the president of Iran, warned that lower electricity consumption could help avoid government restrictions. The appeal comes as the country faces heightened economic strain from the blockade.

Vice President Saghab Esfahani, a vice president of Iran, called for small daily reductions in gasoline use. The statements form part of a coordinated push to ease demand on strained energy supplies. @DeItaone reported that Iranian officials urged people to cut electricity, gas and fuel use.

The same outlet detailed how US blockade measures are disrupting shipments and deepening economic pressure. Pezeshkian’s warning tied conservation directly to the risk of official intervention. Esfahani’s call for modest daily gasoline cuts sought to distribute the burden across everyday behavior rather than abrupt policy changes.

The dual messages reflect the mounting impact of external pressure on Iran’s energy infrastructure and economy. No further details on potential restrictions or specific reduction targets were provided.

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