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Posted on February 11, 2026
1 min readLast updated: February 11, 2026
Add as preferred source on GoogleThe Kremlin enforces restrictions on Telegram due to its non-compliance with Russian law, following Roskomnadzor's announcement of further actions.
MOSCOW, Feb 11 (Reuters) - The Kremlin said on Wednesday that the Telegram messenger app had to comply with Russian law and that the state communications regulator was obliged to act if Telegram did not respond to its requests.
Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov was speaking a day after Roskomnadzor, the state communications regulator, said Telegram would face further restrictions because it has failed to correct previous violations.
(Reporting by Dmitry AntonovEditing by Andrew Osborn)
Compliance refers to the act of adhering to laws, regulations, and guidelines set by governing bodies. In finance and technology, it ensures that companies operate within legal frameworks to avoid penalties.
A regulatory framework is a set of rules and guidelines established by authorities to govern specific industries. It ensures that companies comply with laws and maintain standards for safety and fairness.
Telecommunications involves the transmission of information over distances using electronic means. It includes various technologies such as telephones, internet, and broadcasting systems that facilitate communication.
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