Graph from NetBlocks showing network connectivity in Iran from January 2, 2026 to January 26, 2026. The y-axis represents normalized connectivity, ranging from 0% to 100%, and the x-axis represents the dates. The green line representing Iran's observable internet connectivity, with a sharp drop on the evening of January 8 from high levels to near zero and only a short-lasting recovery on the morning of January 24. The drop in connectivity aligns with an internet shutdown imposed by authorities during protests across the nation. The minimum and current connectivity levels are indicated as 1% and 1%, respectively. The chart has a dark background with a red horizontal arrow labeled 'SHUTDOWN' indicating the period of disruption, which is ongoing.
⚠️ Update: #Iran's internet blackout continues through its 18th day, obscuring the extent of a deadly crackdown on civilians.
Meanwhile, gaps in the filternet are being tightened to limit circumvention while whitelisted regime accounts promote the Islamic Republic's narrative.
