World · 24 March 2026
Iran detains hundreds over alleged online security offences
Authorities in Iran have arrested 466 people accused of online activities deemed a threat to national security, according to state media. The detainees were allegedly involved in sharing sensitive information, filming restricted sites, or spreading anti-government content. Officials said the arrests followed intelligence monitoring and linked suspects to “hostile networks.” The move is part of a wider crackdown, with over 1,000 arrests reported in recent weeks amid ongoing conflict.
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