Iran Bans Starlink Amid BRICS Digital Sovereignty Push
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Iran's Parliament has enacted a sweeping ban on Elon Musk's Starlink satellite internet service, marking a significant escalation in the BRICS alliance's digital sovereignty agenda. The prohibition carries severe penalties including fines, corporal punishment, and imprisonment—a clear signal of Tehran's determination to control digital infrastructure.
The MOVE reflects growing geopolitical tensions around internet governance, with BRICS nations increasingly viewing foreign-controlled networks as threats to national security. Iran's ICT Minister explicitly framed unlicensed satellite internet as both a sovereignty violation and infrastructure risk, underscoring the strategic importance of digital autonomy in emerging markets.
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