Kremlin Defends App Shutdowns Amid Public Rating Concerns

The Kremlin is defending its recent shutdown of various applications and internet restrictions. Reports suggest that the government fears these measures could lead to a decline in its public approval ratings.

14 Apr, 11:15 — 14 Apr, 11:15

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ukrainska-pravda117d ago

Kremlin fears rating decline due to internet restrictions, Bloomberg says

The Kremlin may slow the tightening of internet controls due to user dissatisfaction and a decline in the approval rating of Russian leader Vladimir Putin, particularly over restrictions affecting the Telegram messaging app.

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