After nearly a quarter of total disconnection during the conflict with the U.S. and Israel, the Iranian government has begun to partially restore internet access. The measure responds to growing citizen protests and pressure from commercial sectors that depend on the network to operate. The restoration is cautious and limited.
Selective filtering: how Iran controls the digital reconnection 🔐
The reactivation is not total. Access to messaging platforms and banking services has been prioritized, while social networks and VPNs remain blocked. The regime uses deep packet inspection (DPI) systems to monitor traffic. Technically, it is a reopening with a digital lock: the user can browse, but under constant surveillance and with geopolitical restrictions.
The blackout nobody asked for, but everyone suffered 😅
Iranians have discovered that life without the internet is possible, but boring. For three months, the main activity was staring at the ceiling or arguing with the neighbor about the price of bread. Now, reconnecting is like coming home after a trip: you realize the sofa is still uncomfortable, but at least you have memes.