Concerns after satellite provider restricts Iran images following US pressure
Planet Labs says it is restricting coverage of Iran and parts of the Middle East indefinitely.
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"Satellite imagery has become a key tool for reporters, especially true for conflict zones, disasters and other restricted environments."
— Benjamin Strick , Academic
"We couldn't access these water systems in person."
— Magnus Corfixen , Activist
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Planet Labs says it is restricting coverage of Iran and parts of the Middle East indefinitely.
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