Thursday, 12 February, 2026
Russia Implements Nationwide Block on Meta’s WhatsApp Messaging Platform
Russia has officially blocked Meta’s WhatsApp, escalating its crackdown on Western social media platforms. The move follows long-standing tensions over content moderation and data localization laws. While WhatsApp was previously spared despite bans on Facebook and Instagram, authorities cited the platform's failure to comply with security requirements as the reason for the restriction.
Read full story at Reuters