Iran Urges Human Chains to Protect Power Plants Amid Escalating Tensions
As U.S. President Donald Trump's deadline approaches, Iran calls on citizens to form human chains around power plants to deter potential airstrikes.
As the deadline set by U.S. President Donald Trump approaches, Iranian officials have called on citizens to form human chains around power plants to deter potential airstrikes. Trump has threatened to destroy Iran's power infrastructure if the Strait of Hormuz is not reopened by 8 p.m. EDT.
Alireza Rahimi, secretary of the Supreme Council of Youth and Adolescents, urged "all young people, athletes, artists, students and university students and their professors" to protect these "national assets and capital."
President Masoud Pezeshkian reported that 14 million Iranians have volunteered to defend the nation, stating, "I too have been, am, and will remain ready to give my life for Iran."
The Strait of Hormuz, through which approximately 20% of the world's oil transits, remains closed due to the conflict, causing significant disruptions to global energy markets.
International leaders have expressed concern over the escalating situation. U.N. Secretary-General António Guterres warned that attacks on civilian infrastructure are prohibited under international law.
As the deadline nears, diplomatic efforts continue, but the outcome remains uncertain. The international community watches closely, hoping for a resolution that avoids further escalation.
