Iran warns high-volume gas users of price hikes, disconnections as consumption strains supply

Iran's First Vice President Mohammad Reza Aref stated that price adjustments for high-volume gas consumers are 'inevitable' and warned of potential disconnections if consumption is not curbed. This signals a shift toward demand-side management amid chronic gas shortages, likely reflecting supply constraints and rising domestic demand. The move could impact industrial output and energy-intensive sectors, with broader implications for Iran's economy and regional energy dynamics.

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