Purpose of This Page

This page provides a legally grounded appeal and practical instructions for European residents to formally request their elected representatives to take immediate diplomatic action to restore internet access in Iran.

Legal Context

Why Internet Shutdowns Constitute a Human Rights Violation

Internet shutdowns during civil unrest enable serious human rights violations. They obstruct access to emergency services and independent reporting. They violate international legal obligations under ICCPR and UDHR.

What Should I Do?

You can take action in less than 3 minutes by following the steps below. Step 1 — Copy the Official Letter Scroll to the Official Letter section above and copy the full text of the letter.

You may:

• Keep the text unchanged (recommended), or
• Optionally add a short personal sentence at the beginning stating your country of residence.

Step 2 — Send the Email

Paste the letter into a new email and send it to the official recipients listed below, based on your country of residence.

Please send the email from your own personal or professional email account.

Urgent Legal Appeal: Demand for Immediate Restoration of Internet Access in Iran

Step 3 — Optional but Helpful

If you wish, you may:

• CC your Ministry of Foreign Affairs
• CC relevant European or UN institutions