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Iran Faces Internet Blackout Amid Rising Military Tensions

3/5/2026

Summary

Story summary

On February 28, 2026, Iran experienced a nationwide internet blackout amid United States and Israeli military actions.
A prediction market will decide internet access restoration by 11:59 PM UTC.
Restoration requires international consensus confirming connectivity or data from Cloudflare and NetBlocks showing recovery.
The market will not accept reports of limited or government-controlled access as valid.
The blackout coincides with heightened military tensions in the region.

History

Historical Context

The Iranian Revolution of 1979 overthrew Shah Mohammad Reza Pahlavi, establishing the Islamic Republic under Ayatollah Ruhollah Khomeini. This shift ended centuries of monarchy and intensified anti-Western sentiment, particularly against the U.S. and Israel. Ongoing tensions, exemplified by recent internet blackouts amid military actions, highlight the enduring geopolitical conflicts that shape Iran's current landscape and its regional influence.

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Story summary

On February 28, 2026, Iran experienced a nationwide internet blackout amid United States and Israeli military actions.
A prediction market will decide internet access restoration by 11:59 PM UTC.
Restoration requires international consensus confirming connectivity or data from Cloudflare and NetBlocks showing recovery.
The market will not accept reports of limited or government-controlled access as valid.
The blackout coincides with heightened military tensions in the region.

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