Afghanistan: Taliban shuts down internet indefinitely – DW
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- Taliban orders nationwide shutdown of Afghanistan's fiber optic internet 'until further notice'.
- The shutdown results in a comprehensive blackout affecting banking, customs, and communications.
- Phone and cellular connections are also impacted as they rely on the fiber optic network.
- Internet advocacy group NetBlocks reports connectivity dropping to 1%, affecting TV and radio transmissions.
- Taliban cites 'immorality' and 'vice' as reasons for the shutdown, having previously cut internet in other regions.
- Internet speeds expected to downgrade from 4G to 2G, posing risks to the economy and government operations.
- Restrictions align with Taliban's strict interpretation of Islam since regaining power in 2021.