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November 22, 2019

Iran Continues Internet Blackout After Violently Repressing Protests
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In Iran, a government blackout of all internet traffic has entered its
fifth day, leaving tens of millions of people accustomed to hi-speed
data cut off from the outside world. The blackout came amid a government
crackdown on protests over soaring increases in the price of fuel.
Amnesty International says more than 100 people were killed and over
1,000 arrested at protests in 21 cities, as Iranian forces fired live
rounds into crowds from rooftops and helicopters. The fuel price hikes
came after the Trump administration walked away from the Iran nuclear
agreement last year, imposing harsh economic sanctions on Iran.


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