Russia blocks FaceTime, claiming «terrorist attacks»

Roskomnadzor blocks FaceTime in Russia, claiming «terrorists use the service»

Roskomnadzor announces blocking of video communication service FaceTime on the territory of Russia.
In a statement, the agency claims that Apple's platform was allegedly used to:

• organising and conducting terrorist attacks,

• recruitment of performers,

• implementation of fraudulent schemes.

As usual, the Russian side did not provide any confirmation or evidence.

Context.

Since its full-scale invasion of Ukraine, Russia has consistently restricted access to:

• Western communication services,

• social networks,

• messengers,

• video calling platforms.

FaceTime has become another service that has been banned after a series of blockades by the Kremlin.