Iran’s Internet Blackout: Government Control Amid Military Strikes

In a stark demonstration of state control under the guise of national security, the Iranian government has confirmed that it deliberately restricted access to the global internet throughout the country. This shutdown coincides with escalating military tensions following Israel’s week-long offensive targeting Iran’s nuclear and military infrastructure.The official rationale, as stated by Iranian government spokespeople, is to "track and intercept" Israeli drones amid Israeli strikes on key military sites and nuclear facilities such as Natanz and Isfahan. While these concerns are presented as security measures, the broader picture reveals a regime prioritizing information suppression over transparency or citizen welfare.Since Wednesday...