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Iran Restores Internet, Executes Spy as US Strikes Missile Sites

5/27/2026

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Summary

Story summary

Iran began restoring internet access on Tuesday, ending one of the longest nationwide shutdowns in its history.
U.S. forces struck missile launch sites and minelaying boats in southern Iran on Monday, an action Iran called a cease-fire violation.
Iranian officials announced the hanging of Gholamreza Khani Shakarab for alleged espionage for Israel, the latest security-related execution since the conflict began.

History

Historical Context

Since the 2019 six-day blackout that cut Iranian traffic by 80 %, the government has repeatedly shut down the net during unrest. In the 2025-26 protests, authorities imposed a total blackout on 8 January 2026, slashing traffic 35 % and costing about $35 million daily, while Israeli-U.S. strikes on 28 February drove connectivity to 4 % of normal levels.

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Story summary

Iran began restoring internet access on Tuesday, ending one of the longest nationwide shutdowns in its history.
U.S. forces struck missile launch sites and minelaying boats in southern Iran on Monday, an action Iran called a cease-fire violation.
Iranian officials announced the hanging of Gholamreza Khani Shakarab for alleged espionage for Israel, the latest security-related execution since the conflict began.

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