As Iranian regime shuts down internet, even Starlink seemingly being jammed
The Times of Israel••general
Key Points:
- Iran disconnected its internet and telephone lines on Thursday evening, isolating its 85 million citizens from the global diaspora amid widespread protests against the government and economic conditions.
- The blackout severely restricts the sharing of images and reports about the protests, potentially enabling a violent government crackdown; Iran's attorney general has labeled protestors as "enemies of God," a charge punishable by death.
- Starlink satellite internet has been crucial for transmitting information out of Iran despite being illegal, but the government is reportedly jamming GPS signals and possibly using mobile jammers to disrupt Starlink connectivity.
- Previous internet shutdowns in Iran occurred during major protests in 2019 and 2022, both resulting in hundreds of deaths; current disruptions threaten
