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Russia Intensifies Internet Crackdown, Restricting Messaging and VPNs
Russia is tightening its control over the internet in a 'great crackdown,' restricting messaging services like Telegram and WhatsApp and taking down dozens of VPNs used to bypass online bans.
20 Mar, 05:01 — 20 Mar, 05:23
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ReutersVery High20d ago
'Great crackdown': Russia tightens the screws on the internet - Reuters
'Great crackdown': Russia tightens the screws on the internet Reuters
Read full article →straits-timesMostly Factual20d ago
'Great crackdown': Russia tightens the screws on the internet - The Straits Times
'Great crackdown': Russia tightens the screws on the internet The Straits Times
Read full article →japan-timesMostly Factual20d ago
‘Great crackdown’: Russia tightens the screws on the internet
The government is restricting messaging services Telegram and WhatsApp and taking down dozens of VPNs that can be used to swerve bans on sites and apps.
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First report: Reuters · 20 Mar, 05:01|Full coverage: 3 · 22m|Window: 22m
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