Iran cuts internet during war and arrests those who try to bypass the blockade
Iran has imposed a near-total internet blackout for 19 days amid ongoing conflict, severely limiting communication for its citizens and threatening legal action against those attempting to use alternative means to connect.
Maps, walkie-talkies and pagers: Moscow returns to analog after two weeks without Internet
Moscow residents adapt to life without mobile internet by reverting to analog communication methods after a two-week blackout, affecting even popular messaging apps.
Moscow plunged into internet blackout as Putin fears ‘assassination plot’
In response to fears of an assassination plot, President Vladimir Putin has imposed a mobile internet blackout in Moscow and restricted communication methods, including blocking Telegram on the front lines in Ukraine.
Republic of Congo vote overshadowed by blackout, poverty concerns
The presidential election in the Republic of Congo faced significant challenges including a nationwide internet blackout, raising concerns about transparency and communication among citizens.
Women Report from Iran: 'I am Afraid that the Islamic Republic Will Remain'
Despite the dangers, three women in Iran share their experiences of living under the oppressive regime amidst a war and communication blackout.
Out of Coverage: How Iranians Communicate Without Internet in Times of War?
The article explores how Iranians adapt to life without internet access as they face ongoing conflict, highlighting their innovative communication methods and social changes resulting from the digital blackout.
'Are my parents alive?': how internet blackouts affect Iranians amid the war
Internet blackouts in Iran have intensified amidst ongoing military conflicts, severely limiting communication and information access for citizens.
"Blackout" in Iranian Internet: The "strange" way Iranians found to communicate
Many young Iranians are creatively communicating amid nationwide internet outages, relying on personal networks to share information.
Empty roads of Tehran: The city is "completely dead"
Tehran's streets are mostly deserted amid heavy security presence and internet outages, making communication and an accurate assessment of the city's atmosphere challenging.
Internet blackout is tool of desperate regime to isolate Iranians, say experts
Experts argue that the recent internet blackout in Iran is primarily a tactic by the regime to suppress communication and control the narrative amidst escalating conflict.
Criticism of the Foreign Ministry for information blackout, now it seems information from the Middle East is flowing
Estonian citizens trapped in the Middle East have criticized the Foreign Ministry for ineffective communication, but the Ministry claims that information exchange has improved.
Putin's blackout has begun
Russia's Roskomnadzor has started restricting Telegram's communication traffic, citing non-compliance with local laws.
Air Traffic Controllers President: A new blackout in communications is likely in the near future
The president of air traffic controllers warns that outdated systems may lead to another communication blackout soon, following concerns raised in a recent report regarding previous incidents.
Iranian Woman Escapes Tehran: "The Guard Shoots Everyone in the Head"
A young Iranian woman who fled to Dubai recounted the brutal suppression of protests in Tehran, claiming that members of the Revolutionary Guard were shooting civilians in the head amidst a communication blackout.
Athens FIR: New VHF transceivers by February
Following a blackout incident on January 4, the Greek Minister of Infrastructure and Transport has formed a Crisis Management Team to oversee the installation of new VoIP VHF transceivers for improved air navigation communication by February.
Iranian couple fleeing the regime found a home in Croatia
An Iranian couple, Mehrdad Khameneh and Shirin Mirzanejad, living on Dugi Otok, are anxiously awaiting news from Iran amidst a complete communication blackout.
Air traffic in Greece with outdated systems: A damning report on the blackout in the FIR
A report warns that Greece's reliance on outdated air traffic communication systems increases the risk of similar incidents occurring again due to delays in adopting modern digital infrastructure.
Air Traffic Controllers: Is the system finally safe? The anxiety for summer
Air traffic controllers express their concerns and feel vindicated regarding the outdated communication systems of the Civil Aviation Authority following the release of a report on the causes of the blackout in the Athens Flight Information Region (FIR).
The report on the blackout in airport communications will be announced shortly: No signs of violation, system restored with a reset
An upcoming report will state that the blackout in airport communications showed no signs of violation, and the issue was resolved with a system reset.
Internet remains blocked: Iranians can call abroad again
After days of communication blackout, Iranians are now able to make international calls, although internet access remains restricted amid ongoing protests.
The Exiled Prince to Iranians: Security Forces Abandon the Regime
The exiled son of the last Shah of Iran, Reza Pahlavi, expresses support for protesters amid severe internet and communication blockages in the country, as security forces reportedly abandon the regime.
Iran, communicating without Internet. Inside the invisible networks of Iranian youth
In Iran, despite a near-total blackout of internet and telephone services imposed by authorities amid escalating protests, communication continues through localized channels among the youth.
Protests in Iran, death toll rises. Trump: We are ready to help
President Donald Trump stated that America is 'ready to help' Iranian protesters as the death toll from the ongoing demonstrations exceeds 100 amid a communication blackout imposed by authorities.
Iran, dozens dead and arrests: 'Enemies of God on the streets.' The shutdown of internet and phones
In Iran, a crackdown on protests has led to dozens of deaths and arrests amidst an internet and communication blackout imposed by the government.
Crisis Communication of the Berlin Senate: First Widespread Power Outage, Then Political Blackout
The Berlin Senate's crisis communication was criticized as ineffective, particularly highlighting the Mayor's preference for leisure activities over addressing public concerns during a widespread power outage.
"Relatively difficult to get out of this without it sticking to Wegner"
Political scientist Oliver W. Lembcke criticizes Berlin Mayor Kai Wegner's crisis management and communication during the blackout, describing a week of continued poor instincts from a politician once thought to be instinctively capable.
Politically foolish, what Kai Wegner has done
Political communication expert Bela Anda criticizes Berlin's governing mayor Kai Wegner for his crisis management during the blackout, suggesting he is fortunate that the SPD currently has no interest in ousting him.
"Systems are ancient" - Serious allegations after flight collapse in Greece
A blackout disrupted Greek airspace, leading to sharp criticism from air traffic controllers regarding outdated communication systems as operations shift to alternative radio frequencies.
Scenarios for the blackout that closed airspace: What the Civil Aviation Authority, the Ministry of Transport, and air traffic controllers say
The Civil Aviation Authority attributes the chaos in air transport to communication malfunctions, while air traffic controllers point to outdated equipment as a contributing factor.
The scenarios for the blackout in Greek airspace, how communication with the pilots was lost
The article discusses the investigation into the blackout that disrupted communications with pilots in Greek airspace, which grounded flights to and from Greece while efforts continue to restore flight operations.