Event Brief
Moscow Chokes Telegram, Promotes State-Backed Rival App
Filed: Feb 10, 2026 at 10:06 AM ET
Summary: Russia's internet watchdog plans phased restrictions on Telegram.
WHO: Russia's internet watchdog
WHAT: Introducing phased restrictions on Telegram
WHEN: Feb 10, 2026 at 8:59 AM ET
WHERE: Moscow
WHY: To promote a state-backed rival app
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