Near-total internet shutdown in many Iranian cities by the Islamic Republic on Dey 19, 1404
On January 9, 2026 (19 Dey 1404), as the violent crackdown on nationwide protests continued, the Islamic Republic imposed a widespread internet shutdown across large parts of Iran.
Reports indicated that internet access—both mobile and fixed—was severely restricted or nearly completely cut off in many cities.
The shutdown occurred while security forces of the government, including the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC), Basij militia, and Law Enforcement Forces, were actively suppressing protests across the country.
As a result, communication between many Iranian citizens and the outside world was disrupted, and the flow of images and information about the violence was significantly limited.
Observers and human rights organizations stated that the internet blackout was implemented to control information and prevent the spread of reports and evidence related to the massacre of protesters on 18 and 19 Dey 1404.
The disruption was considered one of the most severe internet shutdowns in Iran’s history, temporarily cutting millions of people off from online communication.
According to Islamic Republic sources, this observance is registered and presented in the official calendar in this form and with these descriptions.