Iran’s Fuel Crisis Worsens as War and Sanctions Bite

Long lines are spreading across fuel stations in Iran as war damage, import limits, and new US sanctions squeeze supplies. The shortages are hitting drivers in multiple cities, with many waiting hours just to fill their tanks. The crisis stems from a combination of pressures. Damage from recent conflicts has disrupted domestic refining, while tighter import restrictions have reduced the amount of fuel entering the country. At the same time, fresh sanctions from Washington are cutting off key financial channels, making it harder for Iran to pay for foreign fuel purchases. Together, these factors have created a severe supply gap. Officials have not yet announced a timeline for when normal fuel availability might return. For now, ordinary Iranians are bearing the brunt of the disruption, as daily commutes and commercial transport face growing delays.