Iran has lifted its bans on WhatsApp and Google Play as part of a promise made by President Massud Peseschkian to end internet restrictions. This move marks a victory against hardliner factions, following tightened controls after the protests in 2022. Despite this initial progress, the fate of other popular apps like Instagram and Facebook remains uncertain. A significant portion of the Iranian population continues to bypass restrictions using VPNs, while the country’s religious leadership views the internet as a threat to their control.

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