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National & Local

"Let there be a cursed Islamic dictatorship": moods in Iran after the attacks - from panic to joy

In the aftermath of recent attacks in Iran, public sentiment has polarized, with some citizens expressing relief and even joy, believing that only a military intervention can topple the regime.

Mar 1 โ€ข 12:05 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Internet Shut Down for 24 Hours in Iran, Yet Voices of Protesters Emerge

Despite a 24-hour internet blackout in Iran following the Supreme Leader's death, videos of missile attacks and bombings continue to circulate online.

Mar 1 โ€ข 08:35 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Fox News
World

Iran goes dark amid 'regime paranoia', blackout follows Israeli, US strikes on compound

Iran experienced a significant internet blackout following Israeli and U.S. military strikes targeting regime infrastructure, leading to a decline in connectivity as the government sought to control information.

Mar 1 โ€ข 02:31 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ช Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

DN Debate. "Iran's digital blackout is a warning to us all"

Iranians faced a severe digital blackout following nationwide protests, which serves as a warning about the potential for similar tactics in other countries, particularly in Europe.

Feb 13 โ€ข 19:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฑ Haaretz
World

Wall Street Journal: The US secretly smuggled thousands of Starlink terminals to Iran after the regime's internet shutdown

The US has covertly sent 6,000 Starlink terminals to Iran to provide satellite internet access following a government-imposed internet blackout amid protests.

Feb 12 โ€ข 17:40 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท France24
World

Inside Iran's crackdown: Legacy of a bloodbath

The article discusses the aftermath of a harsh crackdown on protesters in Iran, emphasizing the regime's violent response and the Internet blackout that followed.

Feb 10 โ€ข 19:11 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Violence erupts again in Manipur, burning houses seen everywhere, watch Video

Violence has erupted again in Manipur, leading to an uncontrollable situation with curfews and internet blackouts in the Ukhrul district.

Feb 10 โ€ข 08:04 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Fox News
World

Iran bleeds $1.56M every hour from internet blackout restrictions amid economic crisis: analyst

Iran is losing an estimated $1.56 million every hour due to state-imposed internet blackout restrictions, severely impacting its economy and daily life for over 90 million people.

Feb 4 โ€ข 01:45 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
National & Local

Freeview under 'serious threat' and UK users face TV blackout unless they switch

A new report indicates that UK households may need to switch from traditional Freeview TV to internet-based streaming to avoid potential blackouts, as almost all homes could have access to online TV by the mid-2030s.

Feb 3 โ€ข 08:10 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช FAZ
World

Protests in Iran: A Testimony from Tehran - Despite Internet Cut-Off

A testimony from Nila in Tehran highlights the challenges faced during ongoing protests, especially amid an internet blackout.

Jan 31 โ€ข 08:28 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Proto Thema
World

The night Robina Aminian did not come home: When the mullahs of Tehran 'turned off the switches' and bloodied the country

On January 8, the regime cut off internet access, disrupted telecommunications, isolated Iran from the world, armed itself with Kalashnikovs and machine guns, and violently suppressed protests.

Jan 16 โ€ข 18:11 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท Le Figaro
World

Iran: Bitchat, this messaging app without connection that allows protesters to communicate

As Iran experiences massive Internet blackouts to suppress protests, more Iranians are turning to Bitchat, a Bluetooth-based messaging app that serves as a new tool for digital resistance.

Jan 16 โ€ข 18:04 UTC
๐ŸŒ Africanews
World

Ugandaโ€™s election internet blackout meets Tanzaniaโ€™s warning

Uganda's election on January 15 saw a significant internet blackout, raising concerns about transparency while the government claimed it was to curb misinformation.

Jan 16 โ€ข 09:47 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Die Welt
World

"They were slaughtered"

Exiled Iranian Nazafarin Pishkoohi reports on the dire situation in Iran, highlighting internet blackouts, armed militias, and thousands of deaths, while stating that only military intervention can overthrow the regime.

Jan 16 โ€ข 08:02 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Die Welt
World

"USA should turn back while they still can," warns Iranian General

Amid heightened tensions in Iran, a general warns the USA to reconsider their actions while the regime continues to showcase trials on television and maintains an internet blackout.

Jan 16 โ€ข 07:47 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ New York Times
World

Battles Over Truth Rage Online Amid Iranโ€™s Internet Blackout

As Iran experiences an internet blackout, intense online disputes arise over the truth surrounding the situation.

Jan 16 โ€ข 05:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ New York Times
World

Battles Over Truth Rage Online Amid Iranโ€™s Internet Blackout

Amidst an internet blackout in Iran, online battles over the truth are intensifying, highlighting the challenges of information dissemination during political unrest.

Jan 16 โ€ข 05:00 UTC
๐ŸŒ Africanews
World

With polls closed, vote counts are underway in Uganda presidential election

Vote counting has begun in Uganda following a tumultuous election day marked by an internet blackout and significant delays, as President Yoweri Museveni aims for a seventh term after 40 years in power.

Jan 15 โ€ข 20:08 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช taz
World

Violent Escalation in Iran: The Regime Wants to Kill

The Iranian government seems to believe it can pacify the population amidst rising hatred towards the regime, with reports of a week-long internet blackout preventing citizens from communicating and staying informed.

Jan 15 โ€ข 17:39 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ NPR
World

There's an internet blackout in Iran. How are videos and images getting out?

Despite a government-imposed internet blackout in Iran, some citizens are using satellite technology, mainly via Starlink, to communicate and share information with the outside world during ongoing protests.

Jan 15 โ€ข 17:24 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ Dennรญk N
World

Iran disrupts Starlink signal and searches for its users, the network remains the last connection to the world

Iran is seeking users of the Starlink network, which provides one of the few connections to the outside world amidst a nationwide internet blackout.

Jan 15 โ€ข 13:34 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท France24
World

Uganda votes for a new president under internet blackout and police crackdown

Uganda is conducting presidential elections amidst a significant internet blackout and increased police presence to maintain order.

Jan 15 โ€ข 10:31 UTC
๐ŸŒ Africanews
National & Local

Polls open in Uganda amid internet blackout as Museveni seeks seventh term

Voting commenced in Uganda amidst a controversial internet blackout, as President Yoweri Museveni aims for re-election after decades in power.

Jan 15 โ€ข 10:06 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ NPR
National & Local

Uganda goes to the polls amid heavy security and internet blackout

Millions of Ugandans are voting in a tense presidential election where incumbent President Yoweri Museveni seeks to extend his longstanding presidency against challenger Bobi Wine.

Jan 15 โ€ข 10:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท France24
National & Local

Ugandans vote amid internet blackout and police repression

Ugandans are voting in presidential elections despite an internet blackout and allegations of police repression as President Yoweri Museveni seeks to extend his long-standing rule.

Jan 15 โ€ข 07:40 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Fox News
Crime & Justice

Iran allegedly airs 97 'coercive confessions' amid record-breaking North Korea-style internet blackout

Iran's government has reportedly aired 97 coerced confessions from detainees during the longest internet blackout on record, with human rights groups condemning the actions.

Jan 14 โ€ข 23:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Fox News
World

France condemns Iran protest crackdown, weighs satellite internet aid amid blackout

France has condemned Iran's violent crackdown on protests and is considering providing satellite internet support to assist Iranians facing an internet blackout.

Jan 14 โ€ข 20:51 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท France24
World

Drones 'hunt' for Starlink users in Iran as internet blackout continues

As an internet blackout persists in Iran, drones are actively searching for users of Starlink internet services.

Jan 14 โ€ข 10:24 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Fox News
World

Iran goes dark as regime unleashes force, cyber tools to crush protests

Iranian authorities have intensified their crackdown on protests by enforcing internet blackouts, deploying surveillance drones, and increasing security force presence to suppress dissent.

Jan 13 โ€ข 20:19 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ญ๐Ÿ‡ท Index.hr
World

Iran has turned off the internet. How are protest videos getting out?

Despite a significant internet blackout across Iran amid escalating anti-government protests, some individuals are risking their lives to share information and media with the outside world.

Jan 13 โ€ข 19:41 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช taz
World

Mass protests in Iran: Questions and Answers about the Internet blockade

The article discusses the implications of an internet blackout in Iran amidst massive protests against the regime, where reports suggest thousands of deaths among opposition activists.

Jan 13 โ€ข 18:39 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
World

Horrors of Iran's 'blackout massacre' - street executions, bodies piled high and 'lights out'

An expert reveals the grim situation in Iran during a prolonged internet blackout, highlighting street executions and the desperate search for bodies amidst escalating violence.

Jan 13 โ€ข 16:25 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช SZ
World

Iran: How Dictatorships Pull the Plug on the Internet

The article discusses the brutal measures employed by the Iranian regime to control information flow and suppress freedom through an almost total internet blackout.

Jan 13 โ€ข 10:41 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช FAZ
World

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.

Jan 13 โ€ข 09:41 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ ABC
World

The information blackout in Iran: no social media or foreign press on the ground

The internet blockade and journalists' difficulties entering Iran severely hinder understanding the true situation in the Islamic Republic.

Jan 13 โ€ข 05:19 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท France24
World

Iran protests: Fact-checking claims of AI manipulation, low turnout

The article discusses the recent protests in Iran, addressing misinformation regarding claims of AI manipulation and low turnout despite an ongoing internet blackout.

Jan 12 โ€ข 21:40 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Fox News
World

Trump turns to Musk amid Iran blackout, rekindling ties after months of thawing tension

Former President Trump is reestablishing ties with tech mogul Elon Musk as they consider using Musk's Starlink to provide internet access in Iran during protests against the government.

Jan 12 โ€ข 20:59 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท France24
World

Blackout over Iran: Can the regime keep a lid on the nationwide uprising?

Protests in Iran continue into their third week amid a severe crackdown and internet shutdown, moving beyond financial grievances.

Jan 12 โ€ข 19:18 UTC
๐ŸŒ Africanews
World

Iran's nationwide protest movement enters third week amid violent crackdown

Iran's nationwide protest movement, now in its third week, faces a violent crackdown from the government amidst an internet blackout, while pro-government demonstrations are also taking place.

Jan 12 โ€ข 15:16 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ Dennรญk N
World

Iranians are no longer afraid of the regime, calling for the return of the prince from exile

Protests against the theocratic regime in Iran continue for the sixteenth day, with citizens demanding the return of a prince from exile amid ongoing violence and severe internet restrictions.

Jan 12 โ€ข 14:34 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Guardian
World

Iran foreign minister claims protest unrest has โ€˜come under total controlโ€™

Iran's foreign minister asserts that authorities have effectively subdued the nationwide protests amid a harsh crackdown, despite ongoing unrest and an internet blackout.

Jan 12 โ€ข 11:25 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Proto Thema
World

The situation in Iran is under control, says Foreign Minister Araqchi, 'we have substantial evidence of foreign involvement'

Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi claims the situation in the country is under control and cites substantial evidence of foreign involvement amidst ongoing internet blackouts and arrests of terror operatives.

Jan 12 โ€ข 10:21 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Paรญs
World

Internet blackout in Iran: how authoritarian regimes use digital weapons to silence the population

The Iranian government has implemented a total internet blackout affecting 85 million citizens, showcasing its sophistication by disrupting even virtual networks and satellites.

Jan 12 โ€ข 09:19 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
World

Protests continue in several Iranian cities amid ongoing internet blackout

Protests against deteriorating living conditions persist in multiple Iranian cities, despite a reported decrease in protests and internet blackout, with accusations from officials targeting the U.S. and Israel for fueling unrest.

Jan 12 โ€ข 07:58 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Proto Thema
World

The regime imposes complete digital isolation on Iran: Blocked Starlink with interference

The Iranian regime has initiated a complete digital blackout, successfully interfering with Starlink satellite communications to disconnect protesters from the internet.

Jan 11 โ€ข 22:19 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ NPR
World

Iran protests enter third week under internet blackout

As protests in Iran extend into their third week, the president attributes the unrest to foreign interference and threatens retaliation against any US military involvement.

Jan 11 โ€ข 22:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช taz
World

Protests in Iran: International Pressure is Needed

People are rising up in Iran against the regime's violent response, with limited information escaping the internet blackout and calls for stronger international diplomatic actions.

Jan 11 โ€ข 19:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ญ๐Ÿ‡ท Index.hr
World

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.

Jan 11 โ€ข 17:03 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น Il Giornale
World

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.

Jan 11 โ€ข 15:15 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท France24
World

Live: Iran death toll rises as protesters defy crackdown

The death toll from ongoing protests in Iran has risen to at least 192, as demonstrators continue to rally against the clerical regime despite an internet blackout and warnings of military retaliation from the Iranian parliament.

Jan 11 โ€ข 11:11 UTC

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