The Russian government is attempting to block WhatsApp in the country as its crackdown on communication platforms not under its control intensifies.

Russia has attempted to fully block WhatsApp as it tightens control of online communication and pushes people toward a state-backed alternative.

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Russia has attempted to fully block WhatsApp, escalating its crackdown on foreign tech platforms after restricting Telegram. With nearly 100 million users affected, Moscow is pushing a state-backed ...

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WhatsApp on Thursday said Russia had attempted to "fully block" its service, with 100 million users affected. The Kremlin later confirmed the move.

Russia has confirmed that it has blocked instant messaging app WhatsApp in the country, instead directing Russian citizens to use its state-backed Max app.