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ITU Must Press Iran on Internet Shutdowns, Not Enable Them

In this statement to Secretary-General Doreen Bogdan-Martin of ITU, Miaan Group and 15 other civil society organizations express deep concern
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How to Assess Human Rights Risks of Tech in Iran: A Practical Guide for Responsible Engagement

Filterwatch’s toolkit and guide offers a practical framework for evaluating the human rights risks of technologies in Iran.
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Iran’s 2023 Cyberattack Surge: State-Sponsored Phishing Targets Civil Society and Minorities

Filterwatch’s report documents over 100 cyberattacks from January to November 2023 targeting journalists and activists in Iran and abroad.
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The Crackdown on Iran’s People of Sistan and Baluchestan Through Targeted Internet Shutdowns Must Stop Now!

Protests in Zahedan lead to recurring internet shutdowns.
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Iran’s Year of Defiance and Repression: How One Woman’s Death Sparked a Nationwide Uprising

The “Woman, Life, Freedom” movement sparked nationwide protests, met with state violence, mass arrests, and executions.
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Joint statement: Iran Authorities Must Ensure Internet Access During Protests in Saqqez

During demonstrations over Mahsa Amini’s death (Woman, Life, Freedom), authorities blocked mobile data and restricted apps while government agencies remained
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