NetBlocks tracks Iran’s massive internet blackout amid war, exposing how regimes cut off info and control narratives worldwide.
Iran has imposed a near-total internet blackout amid ongoing U.S. and Israeli airstrikes, severely restricting communication and access to information inside the country. Outside voices, especially Iranian diaspora and social media creators, are filling the information gap, but their perspectives are limited by the blackout and government disinformation.
Iran has continued to restrict its internet access during the ongoing war with the US and Israel. The government has introduced a limited, metered internet service called Internet Pro for selected professionals, while most citizens remain disconnected from the global internet. The shutdown has caused economic and social disruptions, with some officials hinting at long-term restrictions.
Iran has extended a two-month internet blackout under a new “Internet Pro” scheme aimed at preserving businesses during the crisis. The move follows ongoing US-Israel strikes and coincides with a push to rely on an intranet for schools and essential services. Authorities warn access could normalise when the situation allows, while critics warn of wide economic disruption.