Iran network bypasses internet shutdown
A covert network is working to bypass strict internet restrictions in Iran, where access to the global web has been heavily limited for weeks. Sahand, an Iranian whose name has been changed for security reasons, says he is involved in smuggling satellite internet equipment into the country. Speaking cautiously, he expressed concern that any exposure could put his contacts and family members inside Iran at risk. For more than two months, Iran has experienced one of the longest nationwide internet shutdowns recorded. The situation intensified after airstrikes by the United States and Israel in late February. Iranian authorities have defended the blackout as a necessary measure to prevent espionage, surveillance and cyber threats. In response, some citizens are turning to Starlink, a satellite-based system developed by SpaceX. The technology allows users to connect directly to satellites, effectively bypassing Iran’s tightly […]
