[72606] Iran: Internet restored after 88 days, but access to services remains blocked

The Internet in Iran returns to activity under restrictions and public distrust

After 88 days of near-total disconnection from the international internet, various sources reported on May 27, 2026, that connection to the network was gradually restored to users in Iran. However, the return to routine is accompanied by harsh public criticism, technical failures, and stringent security requirements.

Difficulties in access and blocked services

According to a report by اخبارفوری خبرفوری جنگ امریکا فوری and سیتنا | CITNA, despite the restoration of the connection, many users report an inability to connect to Google Play, which prevents the updating of essential applications. فנאורי فوری notes that access to the Google store is inconsistent and varies between different internet service providers.

Governmental and legal criticism

The public outcry regarding censorship has also reached political echelons. Bijan Abbasi, Deputy in charge of the Constitution of the Islamic Republic, clarified in an interview with فנאורי فوری that "denying citizens access to the international internet is unconstitutional," adding that "the internet today is like a public street - without a street, one cannot drive a vehicle." Abbasi criticized the policy that caused heavy damage to businesses and the digital economy.

Security warnings to the public

Official sources and cyber experts are calling on the public to exercise extreme caution. سیتنا | CITNA and پیام ایران emphasize that after such a long period of disconnection, devices are exposed to security breaches. Users were instructed to delete suspicious "fake-filter" (VPNs), remove unofficial APK files, and update all systems immediately.

Public sentiment: Between relief and despair

In testimonies collected by Iran International ایران اینترنشنال, deep skepticism is evident. Citizens described the period of disconnection as "worse than prison"; while young people and students expressed a certain relief at the ability to return to their studies, there was also criticism of the difficult economic situation and the concern that the internet connection signals the "end of a war" or an attempt to calm tensions without resolving the root problems.