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The Deputy Executive of Iran's President stated that after discussions with numerous proponents of internet filtering, he found no convincing rationale to support the practice. "There is no strong logic behind it, not from a security perspective nor from the concerns of religious individuals who wish to prevent the spread of inappropriate content," he remarked.
Mohammad Jafar Qaempanah explained that surveys indicate between 60% and 80% of citizens oppose internet filtering. He added, "Recently, I received a report from security agencies revealing that VPNs have been one of the tools used for espionage and infiltration within the country. Furthermore, according to some statistics, citizens are collectively spending significant amounts on VPNs out of their own pockets."
Emphasizing the necessity for transparency in times of peace, he noted, "When there is a security threat, people are generally willing to accept temporary internet restrictions. When they see adversaries exploiting the internet to violate their privacy or harm their nation, they understand the need for such measures. However, during peaceful times, why should we impose filters and treat citizens as outsiders?"
