Iran Judiciary Suspends Presidential Body Over Internet Access Restoration
Iran judiciary suspends presidential body after it ordered internet access restored
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Iran's judiciary has suspended a presidential body that ordered the restoration of internet access, which had been largely cut off since the onset of war with the US and Israel. The decision follows complaints against the Special Headquarters for Organizing and Governing the Country’s Cyberspace, formed by President Masoud Pezeshkian.
- 01The judiciary's suspension targets the Special Headquarters for Organizing and Governing the Country’s Cyberspace, established on May 12 by President Masoud Pezeshkian.
- 02The Supreme National Security Council ultimately controls internet restoration in Iran.
- 03Internet access was severely restricted during anti-government protests and was further shut down at the start of the war on February 28.
- 04Iran has implemented a tiered internet system called 'Pro Internet' for select professionals, allowing broader access for a fee.
- 05The recent internet blackout was noted as the longest nation-scale shutdown recorded, according to NetBlocks.
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On Tuesday, Iran's judiciary suspended a presidential body that had ordered the restoration of internet access, which had been largely unavailable since the onset of conflict with the United States and Israel. The suspension of the Special Headquarters for Organizing and Governing the Country’s Cyberspace came after complaints were filed, although the complainants were not disclosed. This body, created by President Masoud Pezeshkian, had announced plans to restore internet access following months of restrictions imposed during anti-government protests and the subsequent war. The Supreme National Security Council maintains ultimate authority over internet access in Iran. As of April 5, the internet shutdown was recognized as the longest of its kind globally. Amid ongoing negotiations for a ceasefire between Iran and the US, the recent decision to lift restrictions was seen as a potential step towards a more permanent agreement. The Iranian government has also introduced a tiered internet system, granting broader access to select professionals for a fee, further complicating the landscape of internet access in the country.
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The suspension of the presidential body may lead to continued restrictions on internet access for Iranians, affecting communication and information flow.
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