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WhatsApp Defends Privacy Amid Iran's Service Disruption Threats

6/18/2025

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WhatsApp is alarmed by possible service disruptions in Iran, following state media's call for users to uninstall the app, alleging it assists Israel in targeting citizens. As tensions rise, internet access in Iran has plummeted by 75%. In response, WhatsApp defended its commitment to privacy, highlighting its end-to-end encryption and absence of location tracking.

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WhatsApp is alarmed by possible service disruptions in Iran, following state media's call for users to uninstall the app, alleging it assists Israel in targeting citizens. As tensions rise, internet access in Iran has plummeted by 75%. In response, WhatsApp defended its commitment to privacy, highlighting its end-to-end encryption and absence of location tracking.