Iranian state media: President Masoud Pezeshkian issues an order to reopen international internet access, after a blackout lasting 87 days, per Netblocks

Iran's President Masoud Pezeshkian has ordered the reopening of international internet access, according to Iranian state media. The directive comes after a near-90-day blackout that cut off international connectivity.

The order signals a potential end to one of the longest internet shutdowns in Iran's history. Nearly three months without international access left users unable to reach services and platforms hosted outside the country.

Whether the order translates to actual restoration remains to be seen. State media confirmed the directive on Monday, but implementation timelines and the scope of renewed access weren't detailed.

Iran has a long track record of throttling and shutting down internet access during periods of unrest. The country previously imposed major shutdowns in 2019 and 2022 during widespread protests.