The Ongoing Struggle of Russian Internet Restrictions and Evasion

A group of young people gathered in a public space, using their smartphones to access blocked social media platforms through VPNs while discussing the impact of internet restrictions in Russia.

As of October 2023, major platforms such as Facebook and Twitter remain inaccessible without the use of virtual private networks (VPNs). The Russian government has increased its surveillance of online activity, with reports indicating that more than 20,000 websites have been banned for promoting what the state considers “false information.” This environment has created a … Read more