Krasnoyarsk Territory Governor Mikhail Kotyukov has announced the implementation of mobile internet restrictions across the region. The official made this statement through his Telegram channel.
"Many have asked me about the temporary limitations on mobile internet access," Kotyukov wrote. "These measures are necessary to enhance security in specific areas of the Krasnoyarsk region, based on the current operational situation and to prevent cyber threats."
The governor asked residents to "show understanding," emphasizing that the restrictions aim to "protect both people and infrastructure."
Some commenters expressed frustration that authorities only addressed the issue four days after internet disruptions began. Locals also inquired about when services would resume and how those reliant on internet access for work should proceed. In response to concerns about job losses due to connectivity issues, Ekaterina Kuzminykh, head of the Regional Management Center, replied, "There is plenty of work available for everyone in the SWO."
Reports of mobile internet outages in Krasnoyarsk started on Saturday, July 26, affecting providers including T2, MTS, Beeline, T-Mobile, and Megafon. Operators told users the disruptions were caused by factors outside their control, with T2 citing "security-related restrictions."
Similarly, the Sverdlovsk region’s anti-terrorism committee confirmed temporary mobile internet restrictions to "bolster security measures."
On July 28, identical restrictions were reported in the Orel and Tyumen regions, as well as Altai Krai.
Internet disruptions in Russia have increased since spring amid rising drone attacks by the AFU. By summer, these issues became frequent—data from the "On Communication" project shows that nearly every Russian region experienced at least one outage between early June and early July.