Iran Internet Blackout Enters Day 18 at ~1% Connectivity; Economy Losing $35.7M Daily

Iran's government-imposed internet shutdown entered its 18th day with connectivity at approximately 1% of normal levels. The Iranian Communications Minister acknowledged the shutdown costs $35.7 million daily, with online sales down 80% and the Tehran Stock Exchange losing 450,000 points over four days. NetBlocks data confirms this is a deliberate government measure to suppress information flow and prevent dissent during the war.