The Russian presidential administration advised media to use the word 'ban' less frequently and to avoid it in headlines, as well as to write less about bans and fines, except for materials about their cancellation.

The Russian presidential administration advised media to use the word 'ban' less frequently and to avoid it in headlines, as well as to write less about bans and fines, except for materials about their cancellation.

@varlamov_news 21 May 2026, 15:18

The Kremlin has prohibited pro-government media from using the word 'ban' in articles, especially ahead of the State Duma elections, urging them to focus on positive initiatives.

@meduzalive 21 May 2026, 05:40