Iranians Form Human Chains

State media has broadcast footage of citizens, including students and athletes, physically shielding sites that supply roughly half of Tehran's electricity.

The demonstrations are intended to signal national unity and deter military action by placing civilians at potential targets.

Residents in major cities are also reportedly stocking up on provisions and preparing for widespread power outages as the deadline approaches.

While some opposition groups have criticized the regime's tactics, the looming threat of total annihilation has created an 'eerie still' across the Iranian capital.