Elon Musk Activates Starlink Across Iran Amid Internet Blackout

Elon Musk activated his Starlink satellite internet service in Iran following the Islamic Republic's decision to impose nationwide internet restrictions after Israeli attacks on Iranian nuclear and military facilities. The Iranian government limited internet access to prevent the public from reporting the strikes and to suppress potential uprisings, prompting Musk to enable Starlink to restore connectivity for Iranian citizens. Conservative analyst Mark Levin and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu supported this move, with Netanyahu urging Iranians to rise against the regime. Starlink’s satellite network, operated by Musk’s SpaceX, provides internet access in remote or disrupted regions, and although Iran is not officially listed for Starlink service, Musk has the capability to activate it where needed. The move aligns with broader geopolitical tensions, as Israel continues strikes on Iranian targets, and opposition figures like Reza Pahlavi call for resistance against the regime. This activation of Starlink is seen as a tool to empower Iranians and challenge the regime’s control over information.