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Iran's government says it shut down internet to protect against cyberattacks | TechCrunch

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Iran ’s government has confirmed that it ordered the shutdown to protect against Israeli cyberattacks.

The shutdown has severely limited Iranians ’ means to get information about the ongoing war with Israel , as well as their ability to communicate with loved ones inside and outside of the country.

A group of hackers called Predatory Sparrow claimed responsibility and said it was attacking Iranian organizations.

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