The story: In the wake of rising controversy over their role in the Russia-Ukraine war, Starlink terminals bound for dissidents in Iran have reportedly been seized.

Iranian state media say a plot by a foreign intelligence service to smuggle Starlink gear to the restive Sistan-Baluchestan Province has been foiled. This comes just weeks after US-based “United Against Nuclear Iran” (UANI) announced an initiative to purchase and deliver Starlink terminals to help Iranians bypass government restrictions.

Iran has said that Starlink would need to abide by local laws and regulations if it wants to operate in the country. At the same time, Tehran has been...