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Russia Blocks WhatsApp Messaging App

Russia tried to fully block WhatsApp. The Kremlin confirmed this move recently.

WhatsApp said about 90 million users in Russia were affected. Russia wants these users to switch to a state-owned app instead.

WhatsApp is a messaging service that lets people send texts and calls. Russia is tightening control of all online messages. The country is pushing people toward a Russian state app.

Klear Note — Russia has blocked many foreign apps and websites in recent years. The government wants to control what citizens can see and say online.

Key Terms 3
WhatsApp
A messaging app that lets people send texts and make calls online.
Kremlin
The Russian government and its leaders.
state-owned app
An app run and controlled by the Russian government.
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