Iranians offline: Internet outage hits 288 hours and counting

Internet access in Iran has now been cut off for 288 hours, according to NetBlocks, a watchdog group tracking Internet security and governance.

⚠️ Update: Metrics show the internet blackout in #Iran has entered its thirteenth day with the incident surpassing 288 hours.

The regime's measure presents a direct risk to the safety, health, and security of civilians who have a right to receive information needed for survival. pic.twitter.com/OkruJ7gXY1

— NetBlocks (@netblocks) March 12, 2026

“Statistics show that the internet shutdown in Iran has entered its thirteenth day, lasting more than 288 hours. The regime’s measures pose a direct threat to the safety, health, and well-being of civilians, who have a right to access information essential for survival,” the organisation stated on X.

By Jeyhun Aghazada