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Kremlin Justifies Internet Shutdowns Amid Security Concerns

3/10/2026

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The Kremlin says internet shutdowns in Moscow and other cities are for security reasons and legally justified.
Dmitry Peskov, Kremlin spokesman, said all disconnections are legally justified and that analysis is needed on impact to businesses.
During a call between U.S. President Donald Trump and President Vladimir Putin, Kremlin foreign policy aide Yury Ushakov experienced connection issues.
The Kremlin blocked Telegram and WhatsApp, promoting MAX, critics say lacks security.

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The Kremlin says internet shutdowns in Moscow and other cities are for security reasons and legally justified.
Dmitry Peskov, Kremlin spokesman, said all disconnections are legally justified and that analysis is needed on impact to businesses.
During a call between U.S. President Donald Trump and President Vladimir Putin, Kremlin foreign policy aide Yury Ushakov experienced connection issues.
The Kremlin blocked Telegram and WhatsApp, promoting MAX, critics say lacks security.