In a severe escalation of its crackdown on anti-government protests, Iranian authorities, reportedly including Khamenei's militia (Basij and IRGC), are conducting house-to-house raids and deploying drones to seize Starlink satellite internet equipment. This action comes amidst a near-total internet blackout and military-grade jamming of Starlink signals, which protesters have been using as a crucial lifeline to share real-time videos and information with the outside world. The objective of these intensified communication restrictions and equipment seizures is widely reported to be the concealment of the true scale of the government's violent suppression and the rising number of casualties among protesters. Human rights organizations like HRANA have confirmed the deaths of over 640 people, with hundreds more under review, while some unconfirmed reports from Iran International and other groups estimate the death toll could be as high as 12,000 across the country. UN human rights experts and a coalition of 30 NGOs have condemned the serious human rights violations, including the unlawful use of lethal force, arbitrary arrests, and denial of legal and medical access to detainees. The Iranian regime has historically banned satellite dishes and has intensified its efforts to control information flow during periods of unrest, viewing the internet as an "enemy." The possession and use of Starlink terminals are considered illegal and can carry severe penalties, yet tens of thousands have been smuggled into the country, highlighting the desperate need for uncensored communication.