General · 22 March 2026
Iran blackout crosses 500 hours as information flow tightens
NetBlocks reports that Iran’s nationwide internet shutdown has now exceeded 500 hours, with access still heavily restricted. The group says most VPNs and satellite-based workarounds are being blocked, leaving limited channels for information. The blackout has made it difficult to verify the extent of damage from recent strikes, while uncertainty also surrounds leadership visibility, with Mojtaba Khamenei not appearing publicly in recent weeks.
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