LONDON: Taliban authorities have blocked fiber-optic internet across northern provinces of Afghanistan, claiming the move was necessary “to prevent immoral activities.”
Local media report that as many as 10 provinces — including Kunduz, Badakhshan, Baghlan, Takhar, and Balkh — have been affected, leaving government offices, businesses, public institutions, and homes without fiber-optic access.
The ban applies only to connections via fiber-optic cable, while mobile internet remains available, according to officials.
“The measure was taken to prevent immorality, and an alternative will be developed inside the country for essential needs,” said Haji Attaullah Zaid, a Taliban provincial spokesman.
He added that the ban was ordered by Afghanistan’s Supreme Leader Hibatullah Akhundzada.
