Iran's Sophisticated Internet Shutdown Reaches 36 Hours Amid Protests
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Summary
Iran's internet shutdown, now in its 36th hour, represents a sophisticated and severe blackout aimed at quelling anti-government protests. Experts describe it as a 'new high-water mark' in internet censorship, with 90% of internet traffic to Iran evaporating and international calls blocked. The shutdown is both extensive and selective, allowing some government communications while cutting off most public access. This represents an unprecedented level of state-controlled internet disruption that could last for an extended period.
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As the blackout kicked in, 90% of internet traffic to Iran evaporated. International calls to the country appeared blocked and domestic mobile phones had no service
This is far from the first time a country has blocked the internet for political reasons
Experts note the blackout is unprecedented in its extent but also selective, allowing some government communications
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