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Iran’s internet blackout has entered its fourth week, surpassing 500 hours, as authorities maintain a near-total shutdown during the ongoing war with the U.S. and Israel.
Cyber monitoring group NetBlocks said international connectivity has been cut, while domestic service remains severely limited.
Users have been largely restricted to the state-controlled National Information Network, with few alternatives available.
NetBlocks said authorities have intensified a crackdown on satellite connections and virtual private networks (VPNs), leaving few workarounds for users outside a government-approved whitelist.
“With international connectivity cut and domestic service limited, many families are unable to contact loved ones when it’s most needed,” the group said.
Residents told Al Jazeera they are facing “extreme difficulty” communicating with the outside world.
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With the conflict ongoing, there is no clear timeline for when internet access will be restored.
The blackout has continued as the war shows no signs of ending, further limiting communication inside and outside the country.
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