Ministry of Information and Communications Technology

government

Last mentioned: Mar 22, 2026

Timeline

  1. Fourth Week

    Blackout persists with no official timeline for restoration amid escalating regional tensions.

  2. Two-Week Mark

    International human rights bodies issue formal condemnations; business interruption claims begin to surface.

  3. Total Blackout

    Global connectivity drops to near zero as the government severs international gateways.

  4. Initial Disruption

    Mobile data networks and major ISPs report significant throttling across Tehran and major cities.

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regulation Very Bearish

Iran's Month-Long Internet Blackout Signals Escalating Geopolitical Risk

Iran's nationwide internet blackout has entered its fourth consecutive week, marking one of the longest state-mandated disruptions in the country's history. Driven by heightening war concerns, the shutdown presents severe challenges for international legal compliance, digital rights, and regional business operations.

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