As reported by The Times of Israel on April 17, 2026, a senior Iranian energy official has condemned recent strikes on the country’s electricity infrastructure, describing them as direct attacks on civilians. Mostafa Rajabi Mashhadi, Iran’s deputy energy minister, said the damage extended beyond facilities to homes, hospitals, and other critical services that rely heavily on stable power supply.
Mashhadi revealed that at least 12 workers in the power sector were killed during the latest conflict involving the United States and Israel, as well as during a separate 12-day war last year. He stressed that targeting electricity infrastructure disrupts essential services, placing vulnerable populations at risk. “Attacks on power infrastructure are attacks on the people,” he stated, emphasizing the human cost of such operations.
Despite the losses and ongoing threats, Mashhadi noted that the incidents have strengthened the determination of workers in Iran’s electricity and water sectors. He said personnel remain committed to maintaining operations under challenging conditions to ensure continued access to basic utilities. The remarks come amid heightened regional tensions, with concerns growing over the broader humanitarian impact of infrastructure-related strikes…..See More
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