Iran Restores Internet Access After War Suspension: Pezeshkian's Order

Top Summary

• What happened: Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has mandated the full restoration of international internet access.
• Why it matters: The internet had been severely restricted following US and Israeli attacks and earlier anti-government protests.
• What changes for people: Iranians will regain access to international platforms and websites, ending reliance on domestic alternatives.
• Who is affected: All Iranian citizens who were previously limited to domestic internet services.

President Orders Internet Restoration

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has ordered the restoration of international internet access, according to local media reports.

The internet had been suspended following attacks from the United States and Israel, and prior to that, during large-scale anti-government protests.

Details of the Decree

The order to restore access to its “pre-January state” was formally delivered to the Ministry of Communications, as reported by Iranian news agencies Tasnim and Fars.

 

"The decree aimed at restoring internet access to its pre-January state was communicated to the Ministry of Communications by the president,"

 

Background of the Suspension

Authorities initially shut down the internet during significant anti-government protests that reached their peak in early January.

It was then suspended again on February 28 at the commencement of the Middle East war.

Limited Access

Since the suspension, Iranian citizens have been restricted to using only domestic platforms and websites.

The restoration of international access marks a significant shift in internet policy.

What to Watch Next

The implementation of the President's order will be closely monitored to ensure full and unrestricted internet access for Iranian citizens. Further updates are expected from the Ministry of Communications regarding the timeline and specific measures for the restoration process.