Iran to lift internet restrictions

Iran announces lifting of internet restrictions after 75-day blackout tied to protests and regional tensions.

2026-05-13 21:18|Last updated: 2026-05-13 21:21

Iran to lift internet restrictions — Photo: Prepared by Bond.az

Iranian authorities have announced the removal of restrictions on international internet access.

Sources close to IRGC report that the decision will be implemented soon.

According to NetBlocks, the restrictions have been in place for 75 days, making it one of the longest internet blackouts in the world.

The blackout was triggered by protests starting December 28, 2025, and US-Israeli military operations on February 28, 2026.

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