Iran’s Internet Blackouts Expose Regime Weakness While Americans Watch the Fallout

The ongoing communications blackout in Iran amid mass protests reveals not only the desperation of Iranian citizens but also the regime’s brazen effort to suppress freedom and maintain a grip on power at any cost. While many Iranians endure muted suffering, thousands make brief crossings into Turkey simply to access the internet—a lifeline essential for work and communication. Is This the Price of Regime Survival at America’s Doorstep? Since January, Iran’s Islamic government has curtailed internet access nationwide, preventing millions from sharing their plight or organizing peacefully. Yet, rather than calming unrest through responsive governance, Tehran doubles down on censorship—forcing...