Iran has experienced a nationwide internet blackout that has lasted for over 280 hours, marking one of the longest such outages in recent years. The disruption began suddenly and has affected both mobile and fixed-line connections across the country, limiting access to various online services and platforms.
The government has not officially provided detailed explanations for the outage, which has raised concerns among residents, businesses, and international observers. Experts suggest the shutdown may be related to ongoing protests and civil unrest that have been occurring in various parts of Iran, with authorities seeking to control information flow and monitor activities.
Human rights organizations and tech groups have expressed concern over the impact of the internet blackout on free expression and access to information. The prolonged outage highlights the increasing use of internet restrictions as a tool for managing political and social stability in the region.
As the shutdown continues, many users remain offline, and the situation underscores the ongoing tensions between government control and citizens’ digital rights. No official timeline for restoring full internet access has been communicated by Iranian authorities.