Global Surge in Internet Shutdowns Amidst Armed Conflicts (netzpolitik.org)

• Record frequency of shutdowns documented globally
• Weaponization of connectivity within active war zones
• Severe threat to human rights and civil society coordination

"The latest KeepItOn coalition report highlights a record-breaking year for internet shutdowns. Governments are increasingly weaponizing connectivity during conflicts to isolate populations and stifle information. This trend reflects a growing reliance on digital blackouts as a tool of state control and repression during crises."