Fatemeh Moghajari, spokesperson for the government of the Islamic Republic, said in her press briefing on Tuesday, Mehr 21: “Naturally, amid the war, at times we are forced to reduce internet speed, and we do not deny it.”

The spokesperson for the government of the Islamic Republic also added: “The relevant authorities, due to the importance of our data centers and internet-based services, sometimes are compelled to lower internet speed.”

Moghajari said: “We hope that we will be in stable peace conditions and not be subjected to cyberattacks.” The spokesperson further added that the Islamic Republic “is amid a war,” and a ceasefire “has been established in some areas, and no part of the war has been halted.”

In conclusion, she stated that the reduction in internet speed “is in line with safeguarding the country’s assets.”