Overview

• Iran’s state-run broadcaster urged citizens to delete WhatsApp, alleging it shares metadata and location insights with Israeli intelligence.
• WhatsApp said its end-to-end encryption prevents third-party access to messages and that it does not supply any bulk user data to governments.
• Government spokesperson Fatemeh Mohajerani described the internet throttling as a targeted measure to counter Israeli cyberattacks, with NetBlocks reporting a 75% drop in connectivity.
• Since June 12, Israel has conducted airstrikes on Iranian nuclear sites and senior commanders, prompting Iranian missile retaliations that have killed over 224 people in Iran and 24 in Israel.
• President Donald Trump convened a National Security Council meeting as US officials weigh options to support Israel and monitor the risk of wider regional escalation.