Iran Imposes Internet Shutdown Amid Brutal Crackdown

After protests in early January, the Iranian government imposed the longest internet shutdown in its history, leaving connectivity largely cut until intermittent restoration around January 24. Cloudflare data indicated roughly 30–40 percent connectivity during openings, while death toll estimates range from 3,000 to 30,000 and reporting was severely hindered. An expert interview highlights VPN reliance, platform shifts, and the critical role of citizen media and verification.