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Is the internet back in Iran?

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Internet access in Iran remains largely restricted following government crackdowns on protests. While there have been brief restorations and some Iranians use Starlink to bypass blocks, most citizens still face significant connectivity issues. Authorities continue to enforce blackouts to suppress dissent and control information flow.

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Iran’s internet briefly restored amid widespread protest crackdown

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  • Government forces opened fire on protesters in Tehran
  • Internet was cut off on January 8, briefly restored later 19s
  • Activists used Starlink to transmit information out of Iran 30s
  • Iran's president blamed U.S. sanctions for unrest 34s
  • Over 3,900 killed, 2,000 injured, 24,000 arrested in protests 1m 28s

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Iran’s internet briefly restored amid widespread protest crackdown
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France 24
2 hours ago
Iran’s internet briefly restored amid widespread protest crackdown

The regime cut off internet access in Iran on January 8 to prevent coverage of its crackdown on protesters, with limited access briefly restored on Sunday.

Iran tightens grip after protests as regional powers urge restraint
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CBS News
4 days ago
Iran tightens grip after protests as regional powers urge restraint

Universities remain closed and Internet access is still down for most people.

Starlink and the fight for internet access in Iran
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DW News
4 days ago
Starlink and the fight for internet access in Iran

Authorities have shut down the internet to hinder protesters, prompting thousands to turn to satellite internet, mainly Starlink.

Musk's Starlink helps Iranians skirt internet blackout, sources say
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Reuters
6 days ago
Musk's Starlink helps Iranians skirt internet blackout, sources say

The blackout began January 8, cutting off nearly all fiber and mobile networks.

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