PoliticsIran accused of blocking SIM cards, digital access to silence dissent

Several Iranians told DW that their SIM cards, banking access and online accounts were blocked until they removed critical content or promised to stop activism. They said the restrictions disrupted banking, government services and digital identity checks, while some were allegedly interrogated and pressured to sign pledges of remorse and support for the Islamic Republic.

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