BAKU, Azerbaijan, January 13. Iranian
government's recent decision to impose internet restrictions amid
the protests was inevitable, the government spokesperson, Fatemeh
Mojajerani, said at a press conference in Tehran today, Trend reports.
According to her, the current Iranian government remains
committed to ensuring citizens' access to the internet as a
fundamental right.
However, Mohajerani explained that the country’s security
agencies had deemed it necessary to impose restrictions on internet
access due to prevailing security concerns.
The official emphasized that the Iranian government views
internet access as an essential right for its citizens and
expressed hope for the prompt restoration of internet services.
The protests, which began in late December, were primarily
driven by the sharp depreciation of the national currency, rising
inflation, and a range of economic challenges. While casualty
figures have been circulating, the exact numbers remain
unverified.
Since January 8, internet access has been restricted across
Iran.
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