Speaking Saturday at a meeting with provincial governor generals, Pezeshkian thanked officials for their efforts in national resistance to US and Israeli actions against Iran. He said current conditions reflect the “tireless work” of managers operating on the front lines under wartime circumstances.

Government reports and state media coverage indicate the administration remains active, he said, adding that governors, ministers and executive officials across the country are continuing their work while the government coordinates and facilitates efforts.

Pezeshkian said surveys show about 80% of the public is satisfied with government actions, calling it a significant level of trust despite broader global disruptions caused by conflict.

He said the effects of the crisis have been felt worldwide but argued domestic management has prevented widespread hardship inside Iran.

The president also pointed to public participation over the past 50 days as a key factor in maintaining security and social cohesion, describing demonstrations of support as a source of national unity.

Criticism of US and Israel

Pezeshkian condemned US and Israeli actions, calling them contradictory to claims of supporting human rights. He accused them of targeting officials, scientists and civilians while portraying Iran as a sponsor of terrorism.

He questioned how such actions gain acceptance internationally and criticized the repetition of those narratives by some analysts.

National Unity and Economic Strategy

Pezeshkian emphasized national unity, saying Iran’s population of about 90 million remains united across ethnic and social groups.

He called for unlocking domestic capacity to accelerate development and urged officials to adopt a self-reliant management mindset.

Despite pressure on trade routes, he said Iran has multiple regional corridors and financial strategies to sustain commerce.

“Being paralyzed happens only when we approach challenges with a closed mindset,” he said.

Energy Efficiency Measures

The president highlighted damage to energy infrastructure and acknowledged existing imbalances have worsened. He called for greater public involvement, particularly through mosques and local communities.

He proposed a national campaign to improve electricity efficiency, including upgrading cooling systems such as water coolers. Replacing inefficient motors could increase efficiency from 20–30% to over 60–70%, potentially saving up to 8,000 megawatts, he said.

Protecting Production

Pezeshkian stressed that improving consumption patterns could prevent power and gas cuts to industries, warning that disruptions would directly affect livelihoods.

He urged governor generals to expand community-based initiatives involving civic groups and volunteers, including exploring solar energy use in cooling systems.

He also called for immediate action to manage gasoline and other fuel consumption, noting the high cost of supply.