Iran's internet blackout begins to lift after 88 days

Internet access in Iran has started to return after an 88-day nationwide shutdown. Traffic levels remain below half of normal capacity. Experts caution that the recovery is incomplete.

The partial restoration comes after what is described as the longest internet shutdown in the country's history. Service began returning on May 27, though experts note significant limitations persist across the network.

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