Published on, Sept. 29 -- September 29, 2025 8:24 PM

The Taliban government has shut down internet services across Afghanistan. According to the cyber monitoring group NetBlocks, the country faces a near-total telecom blackout. Internet connectivity has dropped to just 14 percent of normal levels. This deliberate shutdown has disrupted communication for millions of Afghans. Mobile phone services have also been affected, making daily life difficult.

Earlier this month, the Taliban began restricting internet access in several provinces. Fiber optic internet was cut off in key regions, including the northern province of Balkh. The Supreme Leader, Hibatullah Akhundzada, ordered the shutdown in an attempt to control information flow. Provinc...