Russia has ordered a block on WhatsApp, as the Kremlin continues to tighten restrictions on messaging apps.
Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov told the BBC that the decision had been made “due to Meta’s unwillingness to comply with the norms and the letter of Russian law.” He has said Meta could resume operations if it “complies with [the law] and enters into dialogue.”
Asked whether authorities were trying to force Russians to use the state-developed Max app, Peskov said the “national messenger is an available alternative” for Russians.
Russian internet regulator Roskomnadzor said this week it was further curbing access to messaging app Telegram as well, citing a lack of security.
