Iran Internet Crisis: Activists Warn of Permanent Global Blackout
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Iran has been offline for **ten days** now.
Rights groups say the government is using this silence to hide a **deadly crackdown** on protesters.
It’s not just a temporary glitch (it feels much more permanent this time).
While some local reports hint at a return to service, the reality on the ground is **dark and quiet**.
Most people are still struggling to send a simple message to the outside world.
This isn’t your average outage.
Activists from FilterWatch say the regime wants to build a **parallel domestic internet**.
This would mean a local web that they can **watch and control** at all times.
Only a few “whitelisted” people, like government staff, would get a **filtered pass** to the real global web.
It’s being called one of the **most complex** shutdowns in history.
Tech experts say the scale of this move is **rare and dangerous** for modern users.
Many compare this new plan to the digital walls found in **China or North Korea**.
It’s a move away from the open world we all use every day.
For tech firms in **Germany and the Netherlands**, this is a massive warning sign.
Many EU businesses rely on **digital transparency** to work with global partners.
If Iran shuts its digital doors, the **economic impact** could be felt across Europe.
Analysts warn that a closed internet usually leads to **less innovation** and more isolation.
However, some local media sources claim that a **gradual return** to service is starting.
They point to **text messaging** coming back as a sign that the worst might be over.
The next few days will tell if this is a **short break** or a new way of life.
If the domestic web becomes real, it changes the **future of tech** in the region.
The world is watching to see if the **global web** can survive in such a tight space.
For now, the people are waiting for a **clear signal** that doesn’t come from a state server.