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Russia bans WhatsApp, pushes state-backed alternative

Al Jazeera — All News2026-02-12 14:36Originalquelle →

Russia has banned the messaging app WhatsApp and is promoting a state-backed alternative, which rights campaigners argue is an effort to increase government control and surveillance over communication.

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Russia orders block on WhatsApp in messaging app crackdown

#Russia #WhatsApp #surveillance #government control #messaging apps

Russia bans WhatsApp, pushes state-backed alternative

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