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Russia Reportedly Plans to Fully Block Telegram in April, Except for Front Lines
Russian authorities are reportedly planning to permanently block the messaging app Telegram in early April, with the exception of its use on the front lines, according to a news outlet citing government sources.
26 Feb, 15:58 — 26 Feb, 16:53
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Moscow TimesMostly Factual71d ago
Russia Plans to Block Telegram in April, Sources Say
Two sources close to the Kremlin told the RBC news outlet that the decision to completely block the messaging app was “final.”
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Russia reportedly plans to fully block Telegram in April — except for on the front lines
The Russian authorities plan to permanently block the messaging app Telegram in early April, the news outlet RBC reported, citing a source familiar with discussions in the relevant government agencies.
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First report: meduza · 26 Feb, 15:58|Full coverage: 4 · 4h|Window: 4h
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