Why Russia blocked WhatsApp

为何俄罗斯封禁了WhatsApp

World Business Report

2026-02-13

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Russia has ordered a block on WhatsApp, as the Kremlin continues to tighten restrictions on foreign messaging platforms and digital communications. Also, China is heading into the Lunar New Year holiday after a turbulent period in its trade relationship with the United States. Despite tensions, Beijing says it’s striking deals across Europe, India, Africa and South America. We hear from Rutie Zhang, Chief Strategy Officer at China Minmetal Futures in Shanghai, on what’s really driving the numbers. And Irish artists could soon receive a weekly payment worth about three hundred and eighty dollars, under a new government scheme designed to support creative work. Presenter: Leanna Byrne Producer: David Cann Editor: Stephen Ryan
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  • Russia has ordered a block on WhatsApp as the Kremlin continues to tighten restrictions on messaging apps.

  • Olga Yevshina from BBC Russian explains what is happening on the ground.

  • Russia has now blocked WhatsApp nationwide.

  • The Kremlin says the messenger won't comply with Russian law.

  • But in reality, it's more about Moscow's desire to control the narrative and its citizens.

  • Just to remind you, Russia has already blocked a long list of platforms,

  • including Facebook, YouTube, Weiber and many others.