Beeline told customers that mobile internet and SMS services in Moscow may face temporary restrictions from May 5 to May 9 for security reasons. BBC Russian sources had earlier reported tougher communications limits before the parade. The Victory Day parade on Red Square will, according to the Defense Ministry, take place without military hardware for the first time in 19 years.
A court in Chelyabinsk has ruled to fine local resident Isa Magamadov for searching for materials deemed extremist, as reported by the publication "Vërstka."
According to the publication "Kod Durova," on Thursday and Friday, mobile communication disruptions occurred in several districts of Moscow.
The Federal Antimonopoly Service (FAS) has stated that placing advertisements on platforms whose access is blocked in Russia is illegal. The relevant information is published by the newspaper "Kommersant".
On the eve of March 8, Vladimir Putin met with female military personnel. During this meeting, statements were made that, as noted by "Agency" and "Important Stories," could serve as justification for a complete blocking of Telegram, including in territories where hostilities are taking place.