A man holds a phone while reading a story published on Fars News Agency's website about the recent news of a US-brokered deal between Israel and the UAE to normalise relations, in Iran's capital Tehran on August 14, 2020. ©AFP
Iran announced Wednesday heavier internet curbs, accusing Israel of misusing the network for military purposes amid ongoing fighting between the longtime foes.
"Temporary restrictions have been imposed on users' access to the internet," the communication ministry said in a statement carried by Fars news agency, adding that the decision was due to "the aggressor's abuse of the country's communication network for military purposes." Iran already began restricting the internet after Israel's surprise attack on Friday.
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