WANA (Jul 22)  – The spokesperson for the Presidium of Iran’s Islamic Consultative Assembly announced today that, according to the Minister of Information and Communications Technology, more than 22,000 cyberattacks were launched against Iran during a recent 12-day conflict, marking what officials described as a “widespread and complex cyber war.”

 

Speaking to reporters following a closed-door parliamentary session that began at 6:30 a.m., Abbas Goudarzi stated that Minister Sattar Hashemi briefed lawmakers on national cybersecurity efforts during the conflict.

 

The minister detailed plans to strengthen the country’s digital infrastructure and complete the National Information Network (NIN), aimed at bolstering Iran’s resilience against foreign digital threats.

 

Goudarzi noted, “The cyberattacks began two days before the onset of the 12-day imposed war and continued for two days afterward. These attacks targeted various sectors and infrastructure, but thanks to timely interventions by officials, the majority were successfully managed.”

 

The closed session also included sharp criticism from members of parliament regarding the progress of the National Information Network. Lawmakers reportedly expressed dissatisfaction with the Ministry of ICT’s performance and urged faster and more effective implementation.

 

“Representatives raised concerns about the delayed development of the national network and emphasized the urgent need to enhance digital security,” Goudarzi added.

 

He concluded by stressing the government’s unified commitment to establishing a national infrastructure that minimizes vulnerabilities. “With constructive cooperation between the government and parliament, and the important warnings issued today, there is hope for a clear and secure future in this sector.”