Iraq Experiences Widespread Power Failure Amidst Heatwave, Straining National Grid

Iraq experienced a nationwide blackout on Monday due to the extreme heat and high electricity demand causing the grid to be overloaded, according to authorities. The temperature soared close to 50°C as millions of people participated in a major Shiite pilgrimage.

Source: https://www.france24.com/en/middle-east/20250811-nationwide-power-outage-hits-iraq-as-heatwave-pushes-grid-to-breaking-point