Access to messaging app Viber blocked in Russia
Access to the messaging app Viber has been blocked in Russia on the grounds that it failed to comply with legislation regarding the fight against terrorism, extremism, and drugs.
In a written statement, the Russian Federal Service for Supervision of Communications, Information Technology and Mass Media stated that Viber did not comply with legislation regarding terrorism and extremism.
The statement included the following: "Access to the Viber application has been restricted due to violations of the requirements of legislation regarding the fight against terrorism, extremism, and drugs in Russia."
Previously, access bans had been imposed in Russia on platforms such as Facebook, X, and Instagram, and most recently on YouTube on August 1.
The messaging app Viber is among the popular messaging applications in Russia, following WhatsApp and Telegram.
News Source: 12punto
Most Read
How the ISIS terrorist preparing for an attack in Istanbul was neutralized
Apple's foldable phone price tag to set a new record
YÖK launches investigation into 23 foundation higher education institutions
Two-day sale and collateral traffic in Gökçek family allegations
Another bankruptcy in the construction sector
Detention warrants for 31 lawyers, searches at 39 offices
Footage emerges of Berhan Şimşek allegedly assaulting his former partner
Journalist Oya Lale Arslan detained
Massive compensation claim against Acun Ilıcalı
New standard for fruit juices: Completely banned