Iran's DPI-Powered Internet Whitelisting System Built with Russian Tech Support

Iran deployed infrastructure-level internet whitelisting using Deep Packet Inspection during 2025-26 protests, with Russian company Protei providing DPI systems to major Iranian telecoms, enabling granular traffic control beyond previous shutdowns.

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Friday, February 27, 2026Libertas Research1 sources

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Credibility:85%

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Iran's DPI-Powered Internet Whitelisting System Built with Russian Tech Support

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