Iran is facing an unprecedented energy crisis as soaring temperatures and humidity grip the country. Authorities have extended government shutdowns, closing schools, universities, and public offices to reduce strain on electricity and water supplies. Daily power and water cuts have left millions unable to cool their homes or access running water, intensifying the hardship during one of the hottest summers on record.

The crisis is compounded by damaged infrastructure from recent conflict and years of drought, with major dams running dry and reservoirs at critically low levels. Experts warn that these emergency measures offer only temporary relief and that without significant reforms in water management and energy consumption, Iran and its neighbors risk deeper instability and recurring crises.