Iran Deploys ‘Human Shields’ at Power Plants; Warns of Total Regional Blackout

Footage released by Iranian media on Tuesday shows massive human chains forming around the Tabriz power station and strategic bridges in Dezful. According to the Tasnim News Agency, these gatherings are a direct move to deter President Trump's threats against Iran's energy sector. Tehran has issued a grim warning: any strike on its power grid will result in a total blackout across the entire region, including Saudi Arabia.

Simultaneously, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu confirmed that Israel has successfully targeted rail networks and bridges utilized by the IRGC. Netanyahu emphasized that these operations aim to dismantle the "terrorist regime" rather than harm the Iranian people. Amidst this escalation, reports indicate that while Pakistan continues to relay messages between Tehran and Washington, the U.S. remains firm in its stance. Iran has retaliated by stating it will not reopen the Strait of Hormuz for "empty promises" and warned that its allies could also shut down the Bab al-Mandeb Strait, potentially paralyzing global energy routes.