An Iranian dental student, Matahareh Gouneï, was arrested after criticizing the country's religious dictatorship on social media amid the escalating conflict with Israel. Following Israel’s attack on Iran on June 13, 2025, Iranian authorities intensified their crackdown on online speech, threatening legal action against individuals and media deemed harmful to societal morale while imposing severe Internet restrictions. Already known for suppressing free expression, the Islamic Republic has further expanded its repressive measures during the crisis, affecting numerous citizens.