- The US-Iran conflict is driving up energy prices and prompting negotiations to ease shipping restrictions through the Strait of Hormuz.
- The US conducted air strikes on Iran, while Iran simultaneously blocked passage through the Strait of Hormuz. International organizations are monitoring the global oil inventories drawdown.
- Monitoring organizations NetBlocks and Kentik tracked internet connectivity and measured traffic levels during the internet shutdowns that began in Iran following the outbreak of war on May 28, 2026.
- NetBlocks monitors internet access status while officials warn about security risks of internet use in Iran.
Iranian officials, including President Pezeshkian and Mohammad Reza Aref, issued directives regarding internet access.
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What happened
Iranian officials, including President Pezeshkian and Mohammad Reza Aref, issued directives regarding internet access.
Who's involved
What this event is mainly aboutHow it developed
Newest first. Tap a step to see who reported it.- Erdoğan and Pezeshkian discussed bilateral ties and regional developments between Türkiye and other entities.Sub-event
- President Masoud Pezeshkian ordered the reopening of international internet access, which NetBlocks is monitoring.Sub-event
President Pezeshkian issued directives on internet access, with Aref representing government views.1 source
Pezeshkian issued an order to restore internet access in Iran.1 source
Specific recovery status and reopening orders issued by Iranian officials.1 source
Pezeshkian ordered internet access resumption following a blackout, tracked by NetBlocks.1 source
Pezeshkian led the working group on connectivity issues in Iran.1 source
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The entities involved
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Mohammad Reza Aref
First Vice President of Iran and reformist politician
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Masoud Pezeshkian
9th President of Iran (2024-) and former Co-Interim Supreme Leader of Iran (in 2026)
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