In Russia, tests of call blocking in WhatsApp and Telegram have begun, and recommendations are provided on how to stay connected using various technologies.

In Russia, tests of call blocking in WhatsApp and Telegram have begun, and recommendations are provided on how to stay connected using various technologies.

@meduzalive 11 Aug 2025, 16:43

Users in Russia are reporting issues with voice calls and video calls in Telegram and WhatsApp, which may be related to selective call blocking that began on August 1.

@varlamov_news 11 Aug 2025, 12:46

In Russia, disruptions in the operation of Telegram and WhatsApp continue, which experts believe are linked to security forces' drills on blocking voice calls in foreign applications.

@eshkinkrot 11 Aug 2025, 11:31

Users in Russia are reporting issues with video calls on WhatsApp and Telegram, which may be linked to proposals from telecom operators to restrict such features in messaging apps.

@meduzalive 11 Aug 2025, 10:53

The Russian Federal Service for Supervision of Communications, Information Technology and Mass Media did not comment on the information regarding the potential blocking of calls in the messaging apps Telegram and Whatsapp, despite user complaints about disruptions. Telecom operators expressed the need for additional revenue to maintain infrastructure.

@ostorozhno_novosti 11 Aug 2025, 10:39

The blocking of calls on WhatsApp and Telegram has begun, confirmed by journalists who note the poor quality of connection via mobile internet.

@bazabazon 11 Aug 2025, 09:27