## Iran: Starlink blackout during protests Amid widespread anti-government protests, Iran has shut down all methods of internet access, including Starlink. Sources claim that 'military-grade jamming signals' were used to block the satellite network. The Iranian government's decision has drawn international criticism, with accusations of limiting freedom of information and preventing citizens from communicating and organizing. Internet access has become a fundamental tool for activism and protest in many countries, and its disruption represents a serious violation of civil rights. Starlink, SpaceX's satellite internet service, was seen by many as a potential solution to bypass censorship and ensure access to the network even in remote or restricted areas. The situation raises questions about the effectiveness of censorship circumvention technologies in the face of increasingly sophisticated repressive measures.