Internet Butcher

Mohammadreza
Aref

Mohammadreza Aref is a reformist figure and a senior member of the Expediency Discernment Council who previously led the Hope faction in the 10th Parliament.

He has taken a more conservative stance on internet filtering compared to other reformists and, during his tenure, did not take a clear position against internet restrictions.

Critics argue that Aref's silence or inaction regarding plans such as the "Protection Plan" has contributed to the strengthening of internet censorship policies.