internet blackout
Tanzania Opposition Claims 700 Deaths in Post-Election Violence Amid Internet Blackout
Oct 31, 2025 11:57 pm CST
Tanzania's main opposition party claims approximately 700 people have been killed during three days of election protests, as demonstrations continue across the country amid an internet blackout. President Samia Suluhu Hassan remains silent while international organizations report varying casualty figures. The unrest follows an election where main challengers were imprisoned or barred from participation, with opposition parties alleging widespread electoral fraud.
Taliban Claims Afghanistan Internet Blackout Caused By Infrastructure Issues, Not Ban
Oct 01, 2025 05:18 pm CST
The Taliban government has officially denied imposing an internet ban in Afghanistan, attributing nationwide communications disruptions to deteriorating fiber optic infrastructure. This statement contradicts earlier provincial reports of shutdowns ordered by Taliban leadership. The ongoing blackout has severely impacted banking, commerce, aviation, and humanitarian operations across the country, with no timeline provided for service restoration.