In the midst of intense protests in Iran following the death of a young woman, SpaceX has received a green light from the US government to deploy the Starlink internet. in this country, according to Reuters.
We must remember that the United States has imposed numerous sanctions against Iran; mainly because of its nuclear program. For this reason, North American companies are prohibited from operating in the region. However, regarding this will make an extraordinary exception with Starlink to meet the need.
The Iranian authorities, after the actions of the dictatorship, limited access to local connections so that what happened in the demonstrations does not spread beyond its borders. And, on the other hand, hinder communication between thousands of participants.
Elon Musk, who usually looks for some global problem to offer his help, immediately showed that he was ready to activate the Starlink Internet in Iran. Previously, yes, he had to wait for permission from the United States. Luckily, resolution was not long in coming.
“Today, we are taking steps to promote Internet freedom and the free flow of information for the Iranian people by issuing a general license to give them greater access to digital communications to counteract censorship by the Iranian government,” Anthony Blinken commentedUS Secretary of State.
US sanctions against Iran are very specific. During the deployment, SpaceX will likely have to make a few additional requests to activate Starlink. However, from the State Department, they convey their readiness prioritize any request for internet services not to interfere with work. Similarly, if SpaceX determines that your activity is already authorized and you have questions, OFAC [Oficina de Control de Bienes Extranjeros] It also appreciates this commitment,” they add.
Week of protests in Iran
Demonstrations in Iran began over the weekend after Mahsa Amini, a young woman of only 22 years old, was arrested by the vice police for allegedly not following the dress code. The detention took place on September 13, but Amini he died in the hospital three days later.
Specific reasons to date have not been detailed by the authorities and will not be. But given the Iranian regime and the oppression of women, a significant part of the population believes that she was tortured.
At the time of this post death toll rises to 30according to a message from BBC. However, it is possible that Iran’s censorship strategy is hiding a significantly larger number. “We are witnessing the birth of a mega movement,” commented Iranian sociologist Mehrdad Darvishpour.
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