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World · 28 February 2026

Cyberattacks hit Iranian media during Israel and US strikes

Cyberattacks hit Iranian media during Israel and US strikes

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Significant cyberattacks have disrupted key media platforms across Iran, coinciding with recent military strikes by Israel and the United States. State-affiliated news agencies, including IRNA and ISNA, experienced major outages during the incident. Reports indicate that many Iranian citizens are now relying on foreign opposition websites and social media channels such as Telegram and Instagram to access information while domestic services remain compromised.

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