The Iranian Economy Keeps Deteriorating. The President Now Called on Residents to Reduce Energy Consumption.

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian called on Iranians to cut energy consumption as the country's economy deteriorates. (Credit: Getty Images)

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian called on Iranians to cut energy consumption as the country's economy continues to deteriorate.

"If we can control consumption somewhat, we will not need anything, Pezeshkian said in a meeting of senior police commanders on Thursday.