Iran Restores Internet Access Amid Ongoing Restrictions Post-Shutdown
Iran has partially restored internet access after a prolonged shutdown that began during nationwide protests in January. The government had justified the blackout as a military necessity following attacks by the United States and Israel. Although connectivity has resumed, it remains limited, with popular apps like YouTube and Instagram still heavily restricted. The shutdown severely impacted the Iranian economy, disrupting online businesses and communication. While some services are returning, many Iranians remain concerned about the potential for future outages.