Iran protests spread, death toll rises as internet curbed
Anger at the death of Amini detained by the morality police fuelled protests for a fifth day and fresh restrictions placed on social media.
Thu Sep 22 2022
Faced with rare protests, Cuba curbs social media access, watchdog says
Cuba has restricted access to social media and messaging platforms including Facebook and WhatsApp.
Wed Jul 14 2021
Five killed in Myanmar as troops open fire on protesters
More than 580 people have been killed, according to an activist group, in the turmoil in Myanmar since the Feb. 1 coup.
Wed Apr 07 2021
Myanmar generals shut down internet as thousands protest coup
As the protest swelled and activists issued calls on social media for people to join the march, the country's internet crashed.
Sat Feb 06 2021