After enduring an 88-day internet blackout, Iranians are cautiously emerging online as authorities begin the process of restoring internet access. While the judiciary has suspended the presidential body that initially ordered the restoration, reports indicate a partial return to connectivity, albeit with skepticism and defiance among the public. The Iranian president has mandated the reopening of international internet access, amid ongoing tensions and criticisms of recent US military actions. As the nation grapples with the consequences of the blackout, which has significantly impacted the economy and limited access to critical resources, the resumption of internet services is seen by many as a double-edged sword, with concerns over potential increased monitoring and censorship. Citizens express a mix of grief and anger as they reconnect with the outside world, leading to fears of a long-term digital isolation strategy being implemented by the government.