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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

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

The Independent UK

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.

TechRadar

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

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

Al Jazeera

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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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.

TechRadar

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.

Al Jazeera

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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".

International Business Times

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

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

Al Jazeera

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.

TechRadar

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.

International Business Times

Telecommunications, internet down in Gaza as Israeli strikes intensify

Palestinian telecoms company Paltel says communications and internet services go down in the besieged Gaza Strip.

Al Jazeera

Delays at some polling stations as voting begins in Zimbabwe election

Voting begins amid rising tensions due to a currency crisis and high unemployment.

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Iran is the biggest perpetrator of internet shutdowns in 2023—here is what's at stake

Over 4 billion people were under the shadow of digital suppression in the first half of 2023 alone. Here's how digital freedom is under siege in Iran and across the world.

TechRadar

Iraq shuts down Telegram over privacy concerns

A VPN is now needed to keep using the app in Iraq. Here's everything you need to know about the block.

TechRadar

#FreeSenegal: who's behind the West African cyber-revolution

Armed with VPNs, Senegalese protesters have been cutting through the thick blanket of censorship since June 1. Is a new Arab Spring-like movement likely to spread across West Africa soon?

TechRadar

#FreeSenegal goes viral as authorities cut mobile internet connections

Unlike previous social media restrictions, VPNs cannot help in case of a total blackout. Here's what's happening in Senegal.

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Senegal restricts internet access amid protests over the arrest of opposition leader

Guinea, Mauritania, and now Senegal: citizens turn to VPN services to keep accessing social media since May 17. Why is the internet in West Africa going dark?

Al Jazeera

Ousmane Sonko sentenced: Why are tensions flaring in Senegal?

Supporters of opposition figure denounce charges, sentence as a ploy to prevent him from running in elections.

TechRadar

Turkey elections: will the internet withstand the final round?

Turks are hoping for the best but expecting the worst, experts say, with an increase in Turkey VPN usage since May 12. Here's what is at stake.

TechRadar

Guinea shuts down internet access amid anti-government protests

Citizens are turning to VPN services to keep accessing key social media apps. Here's why Guinea's internet is going dark.

TechRadar

Pakistan's free VPN users get their data allowance tripled with relief code

Despite connections now being restored in Pakistan, further disruptions could be likely. Here's how to get the most out of Windscribe's free VPN.

TechRadar

Turkey elections: how likely is an information blackout?

As citizens are getting ready to head to the polls this weekend, experts recommend getting a Turkey VPN to bypass potential disruptions. Here's all you need to know.

WEKU

Sudanese seek refuge from country's fighting as foreigners are being airlifted out

As foreign governments airlifted hundreds of their diplomats and other citizens from Sudan, Sudanese on Monday desperately sought ways to escape the chaos amid fears fighting will only escalate.

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