Iranian Government Increases Restrictions On Internet Due To Protests
Newsy
Online access has also been stifled by social media giants, which have had to juggle keeping communication channels open for Iranians.
Iranian demonstrators are struggling to get access to the internet and social media platforms — vital for communication, organization and safety.
According to Netblocks, a group that tracks internet freedom and connectivity, the Iranian government began blocking web access last month after Mahsa Amini was arrested for not wearing a hijab according to standards, and later died in police custody. Since then, Iran has continued to conduct blackouts in protest hot spots, and place curfews on mobile data.
"Some of the last remaining platforms that were previously available have been restricted nationwide in a coordinated manner. So, this now includes Whatsapp and Instagram, and also interestingly Skype and even Linkedin," said Alp Toker, the director of Netblocks.
