Taliban’s New Internet Restrictions Keep Afghanistan Out of the Global Spotlight KABUL, October 14 (IPS) - At the end of September, the Taliban abruptly severed Wi-Fi and fiber-optic internet in Afghanistan for 48 hours without any explanation. The disruption caused consternation and suffering among millions of Afghans, especially those who depend on the internet for education and online commerce.

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Taliban Leader Calls for Internet Restrictions in Afghanistan The Taliban has cut Wi-Fi in Mazar-e-Sharif and fiber optic internet across Afghanistan, citing "morality" concerns. High-speed internet restrictions may expand, impacting daily life, business, and access to information. 🌐 #Taliban #InternetRestrictions #Afghanistan #DigitalRights #SlowInternet

The Taliban has cut Wi-Fi in Mazar-e-Sharif and fiber optic internet across Afghanistan, citing "morality" concerns. High-speed internet restrictions may expand, impacting daily life, business, and access to information. 🌐 #Taliban #InternetRestrictions #Afghanistan #DigitalRights #SlowInternet

A New Chapter in Iran’s Internet Policy: Hope or Mirage? For the first time in its history, Iran has taken a tangible step toward lifting longstanding internet restrictions, signaling a potential turning point in the nation’s digital trajectory.

#Iran has taken a step toward easing #InternetRestrictions by unblocking #WhatsApp and Google Play, signaling a shift in its digital landscape. However, challenges like systemic inefficiencies and outdated regulations remain obstacles to progress.