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Iran: Internet blackout highlights real toll of censorship
Iran's government has imposed the longest internet blackout in its history since the outbreak of war in February 2026, citing national security. The shutdown has severely impacted daily life, crippling businesses, isolating families, and creating a 'digital apartheid' where only the wealthy or loyal can afford expensive VPNs or Starlink access. Economic losses are estimated at $37.7 million daily, with 70% of businesses affected.
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