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Iranians turn to Telegram as internet restrictions continue
Soroush Negahdari
BBC Monitoring Iran specialist
Telegram is emerging as a vital source of information and news as Iran grapples with ongoing cyberattacks and mounting restrictions on internet access.
Despite being banned in Iran, the app remains hugely popular and many people inside the country use VPNs to circumvent the ban and access it.
With the country's major news websites and streaming platforms either offline or inaccessible from abroad, Telegram channels have become crucial for news dissemination.
The app is also one of the few ways for Iranians abroad to communicate with loved ones inside the country.
Official Telegram channels linked to state news agencies are continuing to post news reports and links to their websites – though the sites may not be accessible to foreign-based users.
We've previously reported on the difficulties Iranians face in following evacuation notices ahead of Israeli attacks.









