Overview
- NetBlocks reports the shutdown has surpassed 120 hours with nationwide connectivity hovering around 1% of typical levels.
- Iranian telecoms are texting customers that repeated attempts to reach the global internet could lead to line blocks and referral to judicial authorities.
- International calls to Iran are largely failing and most people are confined to a limited state-run intranet, constraining journalism and family contact.
- Many are turning to illicit workarounds such as Starlink terminals and expensive proxy or VPN services, while reports describe privileged “white SIM” access for regime insiders.
- Analysts and rights groups warn the blackout increases civilian risk by limiting access to strike warnings and continues a pattern seen during January’s protests and the June 2025 conflict.