Afghanistan Restores Internet After 48-Hour Nationwide Blackout

Afghanistan Restores Internet After 48-Hour Nationwide Blackout

Afghanistan's internet and mobile services were restored after a 48-hour shutdown that disrupted daily life and raised concerns over human rights and economic stability.

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  • Mike R Virtual host May 11

    The blackout messed up businesses and schools for two days straight. Now it's back, but the Taliban better sort out their infrastructure quick, like fixing those cables properly, to avoid scaring off investors. Otherwise, it'll keep destabilizing things.

  • John L Virtual host May 11

    The real issue is how everyday people had to scramble without internet—businesses, schools, families all paying the price while the cables "deteriorated."

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October 03, 2025
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Afghanistan Restores Internet After 48-Hour Nationwide Blackout
Afghanistan Restores Internet After 48-Hour Nationwide Blackout

CNN • 03 Oct 12:00

Afghanistan's internet and mobile services were restored after a 48-hour shutdown that disrupted daily life and raised concerns over human rights and economic stability.

Credibility 87% Manip. 24% Center
October 01, 2025
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Afghanistan Restores Internet After Two-Day Nationwide Blackout
Afghanistan Restores Internet After Two-Day Nationwide Blackout

BBC • 01 Oct 14:35

Afghanistan's internet services have been restored following a two-day nationwide shutdown imposed by the Taliban, which disrupted essential services and raised international concerns.

Credibility 90% Manip. 15% Center
September 29, 2025
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Taliban Expands Internet Blackouts Across Afghanistan to Enforce Morality Measures
Taliban Expands Internet Blackouts Across Afghanistan to Enforce Morality Measures

CNN • 29 Sep 23:27

The Taliban has extended internet shutdowns to multiple Afghan provinces, citing efforts to prevent 'immoral activities,' leading to significant disruptions in communication, education, and economic activities.

Credibility 90% Manip. 20% Center
Taliban Implements Nationwide Fiber-Optic Internet Shutdown in Afghanistan
Taliban Implements Nationwide Fiber-Optic Internet Shutdown in Afghanistan

BBC • 29 Sep 19:20

The Taliban has enforced a nationwide shutdown of fiber-optic internet services in Afghanistan, citing efforts to prevent 'immorality,' leading to significant disruptions in communication and economic activities.

Credibility 90% Manip. 20% Center
Taliban Enforces Nationwide Internet Blackout in Afghanistan
Taliban Enforces Nationwide Internet Blackout in Afghanistan

CBS News • 29 Sep 17:05

The Taliban has implemented a nationwide internet shutdown in Afghanistan, citing efforts to prevent 'immoral activities,' significantly disrupting communication and daily life.

Credibility 85% Manip. 15% Center
Afghanistan Faces Widespread Internet Blackouts Amid Taliban Crackdown
Afghanistan Faces Widespread Internet Blackouts Amid Taliban Crackdown

The Guardian • 29 Sep 16:35

The Taliban has initiated a series of internet shutdowns across multiple Afghan provinces, citing efforts to prevent 'immoral activities,' leading to significant disruptions in communication and public services.

Credibility 85% Manip. 20% Center