Putin is accustoming Russians to life under a "digital iron curtain" - Center for Countering Disinformation

Dictator Vladimir Putin has effectively confirmed the course towards strengthening digital control in Russia, explaining mass internet blockades with "security considerations" and a gradual transition to a strictly limited digital environment. This was reported by the Center for Countering Disinformation of the National Security and Defense Council, writes UNN.

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Against the backdrop of dissatisfaction with the blockades, Russian dictator Vladimir Putin addressed the people with new excuses — he assured that the restrictions were introduced for security reasons and instructed to ensure access to "vital" services such as public services. Thus, he effectively confirmed: mass internet shutdowns will become the norm for Russians.

Russians should perceive Putin's statements as a signal that things will not get better, only worse. The dictator explains mass blockades by caring for the safety of citizens. "Security issues" have already become a traditional cover for justifying any restrictions and violations of citizens' rights.

The CPD emphasizes that the Kremlin demonstrates that it will not abandon the idea of a "sovereign internet," because control over information is more important for the regime than business losses or citizen convenience.

The authorities have gone too far, and Russians should perceive Putin's statements as a call to simply come to terms with the new reality. The "digital iron curtain" is steadily descending, leaving Russians with a choice between state propaganda and informational silence.

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