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Internet shutdown leaves Iranians dreading aftermath of protests

An anti-regime protester at the Iranian embassy in London. Many Iranians abroad have been unable to reach relatives inside the country. AFP

Internet shutdown leaves Iranians dreading aftermath of protests

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Amid social unrest, Iran has blocked internet access and other communication methods within the country.

When will internet return to Iran?

Shutdown has lasted for more than 90 hours

Internet shutdown leaves Iranians dreading aftermath of protests

Robina Aminian, 23, was shot in the head and killed on Thursday night as she protested in Tehran after university classes, human rights groups have said. Photo: Hengaw rights group

Fashion student 'shot in the head at close range' in Tehran protests

Iran flag emoji changed on X to pre-Islamic Revolution version with lion symbol

A screengrab of a video shows mourners at a funeral for people killed in public protests in Tehran. Reuters

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US President Donald Trump on Air Force One on Sunday. Reuters

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