WANA (Jul 01) – During the 12-day war, the Israeli regime carried out targeted attacks in an attempt to disrupt the normal lives of people and entangle Iran in psychological and economic crises.

 

But how did Iran confront these challenges?

 

With the beginning of attacks on residential areas of Tehran, the first challenge was the sudden increase in demand for fuel. The sudden surge in gasoline demand was managed through proper supply management and increased distribution.

An Iranian woman fills his car with fuel at a gas station, after the IRGC attack on Israel

An Iranian woman fills his car with fuel at a gas station, after the IRGC attack on Israel, in Tehran, Iran, October 1, 2024. Majid Asgaripour/WANA (West Asia News Agency)

Israel, aiming to create public dissatisfaction, set fire to two fuel and diesel storage tanks in Shahran and Shahr-e Rey. However, the Ministry of Oil, through preemptive management and immediate reduction of storage levels in these tanks, followed by the rapid injection of replacement fuel, thwarted this plot.

 

Simultaneously with other attacks, two refineries in the South Pars region were targeted by the Israeli regime to reduce gas input to power plants. These attacks were brought under control through quick firefighting actions and replacement of damaged parts, and the refineries returned to operation.

 

After the start of the war, the demand for purchasing cooking oil in the market increased up to sixfold. The government, by immediately entering the market and widely releasing its reserves, quickly saturated the market and resolved the problem.

Fire of Israeli attack on Sharan Oil depot is seen following the Israeli strikes on Iran, in Tehran, Iran, June 15, 2025. Majid Asgaripour/WANA (West Asia News Agency)

With the prudence of the Ministry of Agriculture, imports of essential goods increased and strategic reserves were activated.

 

The Israeli regime aimed to cut off electricity and water simultaneously in northern Tehran. First, the main water pipeline was blown up, and then several points of the urban power grid were attacked. With the timely intervention of the Ministry of Energy, the damaged pipelines were repaired and electrical equipment was replaced, restoring water and electricity stability in the targeted areas rapidly.

Fire of Israeli attack on Tehran Oil Refinery is seen following the Israeli strikes on Iran, in south of Tehran, Iran, June 15, 2025. Majid Asgaripour/WANA (West Asia News Agency)

Currency fluctuations were controlled to some extent; the foreign exchange market saw only about a 10,000 toman jump. Economic analysts evaluated the Central Bank’s performance in controlling the currency market as “good.”

 

The Ministry of Health managed to organise the immediate transfer, hospitalisation, and treatment of around 5,000 war wounded, mobilising its resources swiftly. The Iranian Red Crescent was also actively present on the ground.

 

In the tense atmosphere of war, the Foreign Minister and his deputies played an active role through ground and diplomatic trips.

An injured man treated in a hospital, amid the Iran-Israel conflict, in Tehran, Iran, June 21, 2025. Majid Asgaripour/WANA (West Asia News Agency)

President Masoud Pezeshkian was present in the field. Despite the foiling of Israel’s attack on the Supreme National Security Council meeting and the continuation of threats, Pezeshkian immediately appeared at several points in the capital and stood alongside the people.

 

Overall, with rapid action, institutional coordination, and the on-the-ground presence of officials, Iran was able to withstand the multilayered pressures of war and maintain general stability.

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