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Not Credible
Based on what we could find, the claim that Russia blocked all WhatsApp and Telegram calls nationwide is largely inaccurate. The highest quality sources from Reuters, Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty, and official Russian communications regulators consistently describe the measures as partial restrictions, specifically targeting voice calls but not messaging functions. Scores reflect strong source credibility and consensus indicating partial, not total, blocking. The claim is contradicted by multiple mainstream and alternative sources, which agree on a limited scope of restrictions rather than a full nationwide ban.
The strongest evidence lies in official statements by Roskomnadzor and the Russian Digital Ministry, which explicitly state that the restrictions are partial and aimed at combating fraud, extortion, sabotage, and terrorism. Independent…
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