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Russia shuts down WhatsApp, pushes citizens to state-run app accused of being a 'surveillance' tool

Published on: Thursday 12 February 2026

Russia has blocked the U.S.-based messaging app WhatsApp, the Kremlin announced Thursday, claiming the Meta-owned company failed to comply with local laws. The move follows six months of pressure on ...

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Russia shuts down WhatsApp, pushes citizens to state-run app accused of being a 'surveillance' tool