US allows tech firms to boost internet access in Iran

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The Iranian government cut most internet access for its 80 million citizens during a crackdown on demonstrators protesting the death of 22-year-old Mahsa Amini. The morality police detained Amini last week, saying she didn't properly cover her hair with the Islamic headscarf, known as the hijab, which is mandatory for Iranian women.

Published 3 months ago · Washington, United States

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Times of India

US expands access to internet services for Iran

Middle East News: Washington announced Friday it was easing export restrictions on Iran to expand access to internet services, which have been curbed by the government

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Reuters

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The Guardian

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Associated Press News

US allows tech firms to boost internet access in Iran

The Treasury Department said Friday it was allowing American tech firms to expand their business in Iran, one of the most sanctioned countries in the world, to boost internet access for the Iranian people.

3 months ago·United States

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abc News

US allows tech firms to boost internet access in Iran

The Treasury Department says it will allow American tech firms to expand their business in Iran to boost internet access for the Iranian people

3 months ago·United States

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CNN

Amid internet shutdowns in Iran, US takes step to allow tech firms to help Iranian people access online info

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3 months ago·Atlanta, United States

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