Iran Official: Internet to be Restored by Friday

Iran’s Vice-President for Science Technology and Knowledge-Based Economy, Hossein Afshin, announced that internet access in the country will be restored by the end of the week following a blackout that began on January 8 amid nationwide protests. He stated that the restoration order comes from the president and will be implemented soon, although concerns remain regarding the adequacy of the solution for large companies. The Human Rights Activists in Iran organization warned that even with a restoration, meaningful access may not return, highlighting the potential for a more controlled and selective internet. Despite the promise of restoration, reconnecting foreign platforms is currently deemed impossible.

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