Iran targets Starlink as ‘tool of war’ with hints of more internet curbs

Iranian authorities have pledged to continue cracking down on satellite internet service Starlink and to impose further restrictions on global internet amid ongoing US-Israel strikes on Iran. Starlink, which is free from Tehran's filtering, is banned on national security grounds, with fines and imprisonment for use or possession. Mohammad Amin Aghamiri, secretary of the Supreme National Cyberspace Council, described Starlink as a ‘tool of war’ for enemies and mentioned measures to disconnect these terminals, though details were not provided. Iran experienced two major internet shutdowns in 2026, during protests and at the start of the conflict, to control information and prevent foreign access.