Internet Shutdown in Afghanistan Amid Taliban Crackdown
TL;DR
Much of Afghanistan experienced a nationwide internet blackout amid fears that Taliban leaders may be attempting to isolate the population and restrict communication, with telephone services also affected, according to NetBlocks.
- Afghanistan’s internet goes down amid fears of a Taliban crackdown The Washington Post
- Afghan women lose their 'last hope' as Taliban shuts down internet BBC
- Internet blackout hits Afghanistan as Taliban enforce morality crackdown Politico
- The U.N. mission appeals to the Taliban to restore internet access in Afghanistan NPR
- Afghanistan's cellphone, internet services down after Taliban ordered cut, sources say Reuters
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