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Hurricane Melissa death toll rises as storm wreaks destruction across Caribbean – as it happened

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The Guardian - AU

VPN usage up 35,000% in Afghanistan as authorities restrict access to social media – here's what we know

About a week after a complete internet shutdown that lasted 48 hours, Proton VPN recorded spikes in usage of +35,000% above baseline as Afghans look for ways to stay online.

TechRadar

Afghanistan ‘blind without phones and internet’ on second day of telecoms blackout

Taliban authorities cut fibre-optic network in nationwide shutdown of communications to prevent ‘vice’

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Taliban Impose Communications Blackout Across Afghanistan

Afghanistan faced a second day without internet and mobile phone service on Tuesday, after Taliban authorities cut the fibre optic network.

International Business Times

Taliban Shut Down Communications Across Afghanistan

Taliban authorities on Monday imposed a nationwide shutdown of communications, weeks after they began severing fibre optic connections to prevent "vice".

International Business Times

Red Sea undersea cable cuts that slowed internet over the weekend blamed on commercial shipping — sabotage seems unlikely, but repairs could take weeks

A few days after signs of cable disruptions surfaced in the Red Sea, experts are pointing to a more prosaic explanation than initial fears of targeted sabotage.

Tom’s Hardware

X, WhatsApp, YouTube, and other social media platforms go dark in Turkey for 24 hours – and VPN usage spikes

Turkey has been blocking access to all main social media apps amid growing political tensions since the evening of Sunday, September 7, 2025.

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India, Pakistan And UAE Hit By Major Internet Disruptions After Red Sea Subsea Cable Outages

On Sunday, internet connectivity across Asia and the Middle East was disrupted after multiple subsea cables in the Red Sea were damaged.

Benzinga

Internet disruptions in Middle East and South Asia after Red Sea cable cuts

Microsoft warns customers of ‘increased latency’ in connectivity and says efforts are under way to resolve the issue.

Al Jazeera

Iranians asked to delete WhatsApp as internet restrictions intensify

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TechRadar

Pakistan has restored X access after a 15-month ban – here's everything we know so far

After fifteen months, the social media platform can be accessed without a VPN

TechRadar

Massive Blackout Hits Spain And Portugal

Power went out across all of Spain and Portugal on Monday, cutting cellphone and internet networks, halting trains and trapping people in elevators, officials said.

International Business Times

Telegram blocked in Venezuela as restrictions continue

Telegram becomes the latest platform to fall victim to Venezuelan censorship

Tom’s Guide

Pakistani capital in lockdown before march by Imran Khan’s supporters

Authorities suspend mobile and internet services in Islamabad as ex-PM’s supporters plan march seeking his release.

Al Jazeera

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The Independent UK

Pakistan partially stops mobile and internet services ahead of pro-Imran Khan protest

Pakistan says it is suspending mobile and internet services “in areas with security concerns” as supporters of imprisoned former premier Imran Khan gear up for a protest in the capital

TechRadar

Turkey restored access to social media platforms blocked following Ankara blast

You need a VPN to keep accessing X, Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, and TikTok. Yet, also these apps may be restricted.

Al Jazeera

France acts against far left as telecoms join list of saboteur targets

Arrests under way but infrastructure continues to be targeted amid Paris Olympics.

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Internet Disruption In Kenya Amid Protests

Internet disruption in Kenya during protests raises concerns about information flow and communication in the region.

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TechRadar

How Pakistan's 4-month X ban is changing the internet

After over 4 months, social platform X remains blocked in Pakistan. Citizens are forced to use VPN apps to bypass restrictions, but laws are changing.

Al Jazeera

X faces restrictions in Pakistan amid protests over alleged vote rigging

The social media platform continues to remain inaccessible to users since Saturday amid protests against vote fraud.

International Business Times

Pakistan Suspends Mobile Service For Election Day

A statement from the interior ministry said "precious lives have been lost" in recent militant attacks and such "security measures are essential to maintain the law and order situation and to deal with potential threats".

Al Jazeera

‘Inherently undemocratic’: Pakistan suspends mobile services on voting day

The government temporarily suspends mobile phone services as it holds the parliamentary and provincial election.

TechRadar

A month away from elections, Pakistan clamps down on social media services

Citizens need a VPN app to access disrupted social media services as Pakistan's jailed former prime minister launched a massive online campaign. Here's all you need to know.

International Business Times

Pakistan Internet Disrupted As Opposition Launches Election Campaign

Internet and social media services across Pakistan were severely disrupted Sunday night as the party of jailed former prime minister Imran Khan prepared to launch a massive online campaign ahead of elections next month.

International Business Times

Pakistan Ex-PM Khan Uses AI Voice Clone To Campaign From Jail

Artificial intelligence allowed Pakistan's ex-prime minister Imran Khan to campaign from behind bars on Monday, with a voice clone of the opposition leader giving an impassioned speech on his behalf.

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