Users complain of slow internet and difficulty accessing sites ahead of protests
Users reported complaints about a decline in internet service quality and difficulty browsing apps and websites as the protests approach, while there are no official explanations clarifying the reasons for the slowdown.
A number of internet users complained of slow service and difficulty browsing certain websites and applications coinciding with the expected start date of the protests, at a time when many rely on digital networks to follow news, communicate, and report what is happening on the ground.
This decline in connection quality has raised questions about its causes, amid the absence of an official clarification indicating whether it is due to heavy usage, a technical fault in some telecommunications networks, or linked to regulatory measures. So far, users' complaints alone are not enough to conclude that there is a deliberate decision to restrict connectivity.
The situation becomes more sensitive with the protests; internet services are considered a central means for accessing and sharing information, and for enabling media and citizens to follow events on the ground. Therefore, any slowdown or outage during this period may raise concerns about difficulties in verifying news or delays in coverage reaching the public.
Observers believe that an official statement explaining the reasons for the service weakness and specifying the scope and duration of the problem could curb the spread of rumors and reassure users. Publishing accurate information about network status also helps distinguish between technical faults and measures that may affect connectivity.
As complaints continue and users await clarification from the relevant authorities, internet service quality remains under scrutiny as the protests approach, with users hoping for an improvement that ensures continued access to information and communication.
