Iranians form human chains at power plants amid US and Israel strike threats

WorldPolitics
8 Apr 2026 • 1:49 AM MYT
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  • Iranians have formed human chains across several cities, including on bridges and around power plants, amid heightened tensions with the US and Israel.
  • Government-released footage shows crowds near a thermal power plant chanting in Farsi, 'Supporting the electricity industry is the motto of our nation'.
  • These demonstrations coincide with Washington increasing military pressure, with a US leader warning of imminent strikes on critical infrastructure, stating, 'A whole civilisation will die tonight'.
  • The Israeli Defence Forces (IDF) confirmed targeting key transport sites on Tuesday, advising civilians to avoid rail travel.
  • Iran has declared its pursuit of a lasting end to the conflict and has rejected pressure to reopen the vital Strait of Hormuz oil passage.

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