Despite high tensions in the Iranian capital Tehran amid the ongoing military conflict with Israel, basic public services -- including electricity, water, and gas -- have remained stable.
Supermarkets are still stocked in the capital, but internet service across much of the country has been severely disrupted, with only intermittent mobile access reported in some areas.
In the wake of Israeli airstrikes since June 13, including one that reportedly targeted Tehran on Wednesday, fears over potential escalation have taken a psychological toll. Streets in the capital appear quieter than usual, with residents significantly limiting their outdoor activities.
Many residents have left major cities such as the capital, relocating to the country's north and east, where conditions are seen as relatively safer.
Iran's central bank announced that it is providing liquidity support to bank branches facing cash shortages. The bank said there are currently no systemic issues in currency supply or distribution.
Daily necessity supply remains stable in Tehran despite tensions
Daily necessity supply remains stable in Tehran despite tensions
President of the Republic of Korea (ROK) Lee Jae Myung has expressed his hope that his upcoming visit to China will help eliminate past misunderstandings and issues, underscoring the importance of ties between the two countries.
At the invitation of Chinese President Xi Jinping, Lee will pay a state visit to China from Jan 4 to 7. It will be Lee's first visit to China since he took office.
In an interview with China Media Group (CMG) in Seoul on Wednesday, Lee acknowledged the existing misunderstandings and issues between the two countries, noting that addressing these issues is a key goal of his visit.
"The current international landscape is turbulent, with escalating issues among various countries. In this context, the relationship between the Republic of Korea and China holds significant importance for us. the ROK and China are deeply interconnected in many areas, including history, economy, geopolitics, politics and security. Northeast Asia's peace, stability, mutual respect, and common prosperity are crucial for both countries," said Lee.
"Admittedly, there have been some misunderstandings and issues between the ROK and China, which have hindered the development of bilateral relations to some extent. Therefore, the purpose of my upcoming visit to China is to minimize or eliminate these past issues, foster a leap in our bilateral relations to a new level, and solidify the ROK and China as partners that mutually support each other's development," he said.
ROK President hopes to reduce misunderstandings with China during upcoming visit
