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Iran Arrests 46 Over Starlink Terminals Amid Internet Blackout

4/1/2026

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Iranian authorities arrested 46 individuals linked to a network selling Starlink satellite terminals amid the ongoing conflict with the United States and Israel.
The arrests followed the seizure of 139 Starlink devices as the government seeks to control information during a month-long internet blackout.
Activists say Starlink terminals have been crucial for transmitting information about government crackdowns.
Bombing and power outages have disrupted local data centers, complicating communication.

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Iranian authorities arrested 46 individuals linked to a network selling Starlink satellite terminals amid the ongoing conflict with the United States and Israel.
The arrests followed the seizure of 139 Starlink devices as the government seeks to control information during a month-long internet blackout.
Activists say Starlink terminals have been crucial for transmitting information about government crackdowns.
Bombing and power outages have disrupted local data centers, complicating communication.