Roskomnadzor says no reasons exist for removing YouTube and Instagram blocks. The agency told TASS that restrictions will continue despite recent reports. Media sources claimed both platforms started working again without special software tools. Russian users appeared to access the sites without needing bypass services. Officials deny any policy changes regarding the social media platforms.
YouTube problems began August 8, 2024 when speeds dropped across Russia. The video site became ten times slower compared to June performance levels. Karen Shakhnazarov from Mosfilm said Vladimir Putin promised to fix the slowdown issues. Putin later blamed Google for cutting funding and breaking Russian laws. Technology experts predicted complete blocking might happen soon.
Instagram faced restrictions starting March 2022 after Ukraine operations began. The photo-sharing app joined other Western social networks under government bans. Russian authorities targeted multiple American technology companies during the conflict. Users found ways around blocks through various technical methods. Government agencies continue monitoring social media access patterns.
YouTube problems began August 8, 2024 when speeds dropped across Russia. The video site became ten times slower compared to June performance levels. Karen Shakhnazarov from Mosfilm said Vladimir Putin promised to fix the slowdown issues. Putin later blamed Google for cutting funding and breaking Russian laws. Technology experts predicted complete blocking might happen soon.
Instagram faced restrictions starting March 2022 after Ukraine operations began. The photo-sharing app joined other Western social networks under government bans. Russian authorities targeted multiple American technology companies during the conflict. Users found ways around blocks through various technical methods. Government agencies continue monitoring social media access patterns.
