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Iran's Internet Blackout Fuels Anti-Government Sentiment, Warns Pezeshkian

1/26/2026

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Yousef Pezeshkian, son of Iran's president, urged restoring internet connectivity, warning the blackout could fuel anti-government sentiment.
Pezeshkian said keeping the internet shut would widen the gap between people and the government.
Since January 8, Iran has faced a major internet blackout amid protests and a deadly crackdown.
Rights groups report thousands dead, while the government claims 3,117 fatalities.
Experts say authorities aim to lift the shutdown while enforcing censorship.

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Story summary

Yousef Pezeshkian, son of Iran's president, urged restoring internet connectivity, warning the blackout could fuel anti-government sentiment.
Pezeshkian said keeping the internet shut would widen the gap between people and the government.
Since January 8, Iran has faced a major internet blackout amid protests and a deadly crackdown.
Rights groups report thousands dead, while the government claims 3,117 fatalities.
Experts say authorities aim to lift the shutdown while enforcing censorship.