RCN explained the partial blocking of Telegram and the banned WhatsApp by fighting crime

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Roskomnadzor (RCN) continues to partially block the work of WhatsApp messengers (owned by the extremist Meta company recognized in the Russian Federation) and Telegram. This measure was taken to counteract criminals. This is reported by Interfax with reference to the press service of the department.

- In order to counteract criminals, in accordance with the materials of law enforcement agencies, measures are being taken to partially restrict the operation of foreign messengers. According to law enforcement agencies and numerous appeals from citizens, the foreign messengers Telegram and WhatsApp have become the main services used to deceive and extort money, involve Russian citizens in sabotage and terrorist activities," the RCN commented on information about problems with messengers in the south of the country.