February 12, 2026
WhatsApp says Russia has tried to fully block the messaging app
Russia has attempted to fully block WhatsApp in the country, the company said, the latest move in an ongoing government effort to tighten control over the internet.
TL;DR
- Russia has attempted to fully block WhatsApp.
- The company confirmed these attempts.
- This is the latest move in the government's effort to tighten internet control.
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