JUST IN: 🇷🇺 Russia officially blocks Meta’s WhatsApp nationwide
Russia has officially blocked Meta’s WhatsApp messaging platform across the country.
Authorities stated the decision was made due to national security concerns and regulatory issues related to data control.
This move follows previous restrictions imposed on other Meta-owned platforms, including Facebook and Instagram, which were either limited or banned in Russia in recent years.
With WhatsApp now blocked, millions of users in Russia may be forced to shift to alternative messaging platforms such as Telegram or domestic services.
The action is seen as part of ongoing tensions between Russian authorities and major Western technology companies.
