Record 313 Internet Shutdowns in 2025, Eastern Europe/Central Asia Hit 29 Times

Access Now reports 2025 saw the highest number of internet shutdowns ever recorded globally (313 across 52 countries), with Eastern Europe and Central Asia experiencing 29 shutdowns across 7 countries.

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Tuesday, March 31, 2026Libertas Research1 sources

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Record 313 Internet Shutdowns in 2025, Eastern Europe/Central Asia Hit 29 Times

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