"Iran has long ranked among the world's most repressive countries for press freedom, placed 176th out of 180 countries in the 2025 World Press Freedom Index, below Taliban-ruled Afghanistan."
"Wartime conditions have made the grip on public narrative even tighter, with journalists facing increased monitoring and editorial instructions from authorities on how coverage should be handled."
"Access to information inside Iran has been severely restricted, with reporters working under bombardment while also facing pressure from state institutions."
"Iran entered the third month of an internet blackout, with authorities introducing limited access for some businesses under a temporary scheme known as 'Internet Pro.'"
Iran is ranked 176th out of 180 countries in the 2025 World Press Freedom Index. Wartime conditions due to the US-Israel conflict have intensified government control over media. Journalists report increased monitoring and editorial directives from authorities. Access to information is severely restricted, with many reporters facing threats from state-linked institutions. An internet blackout has further limited information flow, with only select outlets having reliable access. Reporters Without Borders highlights the dangerous environment for journalists trying to report amidst these restrictions.
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