Russia
Russia requires Apple, others to offer state-backed apps by default
The Russian government will soon require Apple and other device manufacturers to pre-install certain messaging and television apps on their mobile devices.
French media regulator orders two Russian channels off satellite
ARCOM has ordered the country's private satellite broadcaster Eutelsat to stop offering two Russian channels on its platform
U.S. sanctions force Sputnik Radio off the air
The sanctions made it difficult for Sputnik to continue buying time on radio stations for its programs; some shows are closing up, while others are going on an indefinite hiatus.
Facebook parent Meta bans RT from social platforms
The social media company said it decided to ban RT and related news outlets globally "after careful consideration."
State Department imposes more sanctions tied to Russia’s RT
The U.S. State Department has sanctioned organizations and individuals connected to RT over what it claims are covert intelligence and fundraising operations.
Russian journalists lose Paris Olympics credentials
Four journalists working for Russian state-run media outlet TASS have lost their credentials to cover the 2024 Summer Olympic Games in Paris.
Evan Gershkovich, jailed Wall Street Journal reporter, to stand trial in Russia
Prosecutors accuse the Wall Street Journal reporter of collecting intelligence about a Russian military manufacturing plant on behalf of the CIA.
Poland, Russia to boost streaming TV market in Eastern Europe by 2029
Poland and Russia will take a commanding lead of Eastern Europe's streaming television market by the end of the decade, according to a report.
Putin indicates willingness to free WSJ reporter Evan Gershkovich
Russian President Vladimir Putin said he is open to a deal with the United States that would secure the release of American journalist Evan Gershkovich.
Russia rejects U.S. prisoner swap offer for jailed WSJ reporter
The plan was aimed at securing the release of reporter Evan Gershkovich and American contractor Paul Whelan.
European Union sanctions more Russian broadcasters
Five more Russia-backed TV broadcasters have lost their licenses to transmit in 27 European Union member states.
Ukraine accused of disrupting Russian satellite television
Russian broadcasters suspect hackers in Ukraine are to blame for a weeks-long campaign to hijack TV signals.