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Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has officially directed the reopening of international internet access following months of restrictions.
The Iranian Ministry of Communications and Information Technology announced on Monday evening that President Masoud Pezeshkian issued an official directive to restore international internet access across the country, instructing relevant executive bodies to implement the decision.
The newspaper Donya-e-Eqtesad cited the Ministry of Communications’ public relations office stating, "The President has communicated the decision to reopen the international internet."
Pezeshkian emphasized that the government "has taken a difficult path to return this right to the people," referring to the reinstatement of access after months of limitations imposed since January 2026 events.
Earlier on Monday, local reports indicated that the "Committee for Regulating and Managing Cyberspace" approved restoring the internet to its previous status, with the decision forwarded to President Masoud Pezeshkian for final ratification before implementation begins.
According to Khabar Online, citing an informed source, the committee held a meeting on Monday morning chaired by Iran’s First Vice President Mohammad Reza Aref, during which they agreed to reinstate the internet to the condition it had before January 8.
The source added that the decision includes a gradual lifting of restrictions on the global network, pending final approval from the President’s office prior to execution.
During the session, officials stressed the need to review internet restriction policies. Vice President Aref highlighted the importance of responding to the demands of youth and the scientific community, warning that continuing limitations endanger social capital and hinder technological progress.
The communications sector platform Setna reported that the proposal has been sent to the President, and upon approval, the Ministry of Communications will be notified to carry out the restoration.
Conversely, Fars News Agency quoted another source revealing that the committee’s vote was divided, with the decision passing by a majority of nine votes to three opposing, reflecting ongoing debate within decision-making institutions regarding the future of internet access in Iran.
