Massive power outages have gripped the Iranian capital of Tehran and the adjacent Alborz province following a wave of coordinated U.S. and Israeli airstrikes on Sunday evening. The operation targeted critical infrastructure within the national electricity grid, focusing on high-voltage transmission substations.
Residents in Tehran reported a series of explosions followed immediately by the failure of streetlights and residential power. The strikes have left millions in darkness, affecting both densely populated neighborhoods and several key industrial zones on the outskirts of the city.
According to reports from the region, the Alborz province, a major hub for manufacturing, has also suffered near-total power loss. Iranian state-run media confirmed that emergency technical teams are attempting to assess the damage, though the intensity of the bombardment has complicated repair efforts.
The White House, under the direction of President Donald Trump, has maintained a policy of maximum pressure against the Iranian government. This latest military action represents a significant expansion of the current campaign, which has now entered its second month of active operations.
Military analysts suggest that the targeting of the power grid is a strategic move intended to disrupt Iranian internal communications and industrial capacity. By hitting substations, the coalition appears to be focusing on distribution nodes that facilitate both civilian and military activities.
The escalation follows weeks of intermittent skirmishes and targeted strikes across the region. Officials in Tehran have condemned the attacks, characterizing the strikes on the energy grid as an assault on the welfare of the civilian population.
Despite the official rhetoric, the tactical success of the mission has been noted by international observers. The precision of the strikes suggests the use of advanced munitions designed to disable electrical components with minimal collateral damage to surrounding structures.
As of Sunday night, large sections of the capital remain without electricity. Local hospitals have reportedly switched to backup generators to maintain life-saving equipment, while telecommunications networks are experiencing significant strain.