Protestors pose for a photograph as they burn an image of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei during a rally held in Solidarity with Iran's Uprising, organised by The national Council of Resistance of Iran, on Whitehall in central London on January 11, 2026, to protest against the Iranian regime's crackdown on internet access and "recognise their right to self-defence against the regime's forces". (Photo by CARLOS JASSO / AFP)
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Iran 'Kill Switch' Jams Starlink Amid Protests: Did China or Russia Provide Tech?

  • Iran's clerical leadership intensified crackdown as nationwide protests entered their third week, leading to internet restrictions.
  • Experts believe Iran activated a military-grade 'kill switch' to jam Starlink, disrupting over 80% of its traffic.
  • Amir Rashidi noted the sophisticated technology likely supplied by Russia or China, or developed domestically.
  • The internet blackout costs Iran's economy $1.56 million every hour, according to Simon Migliano.
  • US President Donald Trump plans to speak with Elon Musk about restoring internet access in Iran.

Why It Matters: Iran's regime used a sophisticated 'kill switch' to disable Starlink, isolating citizens amid escalating protests.

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