Iran's near-total disconnection from the internet can be explained by a strategy of closely controlling the only gateway for data to enter and leave the country, which the Iranian authorities have pursued for several years.

Despite internet blackout, a small number of Iranians are risking their lives to share messages as protests continue

Iran's near-total disconnection from the internet can be explained by a strategy of closely controlling the only gateway for data to enter and leave the country, which the Iranian…