Iran Votes to Lift Ban on WhatsApp
Supreme Council of Cyberspace Approves Unblocking
Iran’s Supreme Council of Cyberspace, the nation’s top internet regulatory body, has voted unanimously to lift the ban on WhatsApp, according to state media reports.
The popular messaging app had been restricted in Iran for over two years. Along with WhatsApp, the council also decided to remove restrictions on Google Play, marking a significant shift in the country’s internet policies.
“The ban on WhatsApp and Google Play was removed by unanimous vote of the members of the Supreme Council of Cyberspace,” the state-run IRNA news agency announced.
This decision is described as the first step in a broader plan to ease internet restrictions in the country.
Background
WhatsApp, along with several other global platforms, has faced restrictions in Iran due to governmental concerns over content control and cybersecurity. The lifting of the ban may signal a new approach to digital accessibility in the country.
Further details about the timeline for implementing this decision or potential conditions for using the platforms remain unclear.
