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Iran's Internet Restored Amid Protests, 4,622 Reported Dead

1/23/2026

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Internet service restoration began in Iran on Friday after Iranian Vice President Hossein Afshin claimed connectivity would improve by the end of the week.
NetBlocks reported that the internet blackout persisted, with only minor connectivity increases.
HRANA said Iranian authorities retracted Afshin's timeline, indicating a gradual restoration process.
HRANA reported 4,622 fatalities and 26,541 arrests during the protests and urged the UN Human Rights Council to address these issues.

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Internet service restoration began in Iran on Friday after Iranian Vice President Hossein Afshin claimed connectivity would improve by the end of the week.
NetBlocks reported that the internet blackout persisted, with only minor connectivity increases.
HRANA said Iranian authorities retracted Afshin's timeline, indicating a gradual restoration process.
HRANA reported 4,622 fatalities and 26,541 arrests during the protests and urged the UN Human Rights Council to address these issues.