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Iranians are back online after a monthslong shutdown but still face heavy restrictions
Iranians regained internet access after a months-long shutdown, but service remains slow and apps like YouTube and Instagram are restricted. The outage, justified as a military response to US and Israeli attacks, caused significant economic and social disruption, with businesses struggling and communication challenges persisting.
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