Iranians Using Starlink to Defy Internet Curbs Risking Death Penalty & Imprisonment
Edited By WION Video Desk
Published: Jan 11, 2026, 20:21 IST | Updated: Jan 11, 2026, 20:21 IST
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US businessman Elon Musk and SpaceX have activated Starlink satellite internet in Iran amid a nationwide blackout imposed by the regime during ongoing anti-government protests as of January 9, 2026, according to online reports.
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