Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian ordered the restoration of international internet access following a nationwide blackout [1].
The move ends a prolonged period of digital isolation that restricted the flow of information and communication within the country. This restoration comes as diplomatic efforts continue between Iran, the U.S., and Israel [1].
State media reports indicate that the blackout lasted for 87 days [1], [2]. While some reports describe the duration as nearly 90 days [3], the specific figure of 87 days is cited by multiple state-aligned sources [1], [2].
The blackout affected the entire country, cutting off access to global platforms and international websites. The decision to lift these restrictions is tied to progressing negotiations involving the U.S. and Israel [1].
President Pezeshkian directed the full restoration of these services to bring the country back into the global digital fold. The order aims to resolve the connectivity crisis that has persisted for nearly three months [1].
Officials said they did not provide a specific timeline for the complete stabilization of all networks, though the order for restoration is now in effect [1]. The return of connectivity is expected to impact both private citizens and business operations that were hindered by the 87-day outage [1].
“President Masoud Pezeshkian ordered the restoration of international internet access following a nationwide blackout”
The restoration of internet access suggests a potential shift in Iran's internal security posture as it engages in high-stakes diplomacy with the U.S. and Israel. By ending the blackout, the government may be signaling a willingness to project a more open image or facilitate the communication necessary for ongoing negotiations.
