- Iranians saw a partial return of internet after an 88‑day nationwide blackout, but access is still limited—many need VPNs and WhatsApp remains restricted.
- Public reaction was mixed: skepticism and sarcasm about the “filternet” rollout, alongside small acts of defiance like posting selfies for the first time in months.
- The restoration’s permanence is unclear—Tehran’s tightly controlled internet governance means full reopening isn’t guaranteed.
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