Iraq's Ministry of Electricity has confirmed a total collapse of the national power grid, affecting every province across the country. The blackout comes as regional tensions escalate into open warfare between Iran and a coalition led by the United States and Israel.
According to official reports and energy experts, several critical factors led to the systemic failure. Iraq remains heavily dependent on Iran for its energy needs, relying on its neighbor for approximately 40% of the gas required to fuel its power plants. On the fifth day of active hostilities, these gas supplies were abruptly severed, immediately destabilizing the network.
The situation has been further exacerbated by reports of direct strikes on energy infrastructure during recent clashes, which triggered a cascading failure across the grid. Iraqi authorities are currently investigating the extent of the damage, though the incident is widely viewed as a direct consequence of the regional war and potential energy blackmail.
Parallel to the domestic energy crisis, Tehran has officially announced its intention to target any commercial vessels in the Persian Gulf heading toward Israel. This move has further destabilized the region, complicating international efforts to secure vital trade routes and energy corridors.