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Russia threatens to ban WhatsApp unless it complies with data access laws, citing security concerns.
Russia’s communications regulator, Roskomnadzor, warned on November 28, 2025, that WhatsApp could face a full ban unless it complies with Russian laws requiring cooperation with law enforcement, including access to user data for criminal investigations.
The threat follows earlier restrictions on WhatsApp’s calling features in August, part of a broader push to limit foreign tech platforms and promote state-backed alternatives like the messaging app MAX.
Authorities accuse WhatsApp of enabling terrorism, fraud, and other crimes, while Meta, its parent company, claims the move aims to restrict secure communication.
The situation reflects ongoing tensions over data sovereignty, digital control, and surveillance in Russia.
Rusia amenaza con prohibir a WhatsApp a menos que cumpla con las leyes de acceso a los datos, citando preocupaciones de seguridad.