Iranian businesses are facing severe challenges due to an internet blackout imposed since January 8, following widespread anti-government protests and a violent crackdown. Despite limited access to some domestic online platforms, businesses remain cut off from global connectivity, hindering commerce in an already struggling economy. Critics, including government officials, argue that the restrictions hinder economic activity and could exacerbate public discontent. Estimates suggest that the outages have caused economic losses between $18 million and $27 million, while some lawmakers defend the restrictions as necessary for security.
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