Russian social networks banned in Latvia

And not even for the views that are being promoted on them. Information about a fresh initiative of the Latvian government has appeared on the Web. According to the head of the National Electronic Media Council (NEPLP) Ivars Abolins, the Russian social networks VK, Odnoklassniki and Moi Mir will be blocked in the country. DiscussRussian social networks banned in Latvia

The head of NEPLP noted that the decision was made in connection with the ownership of the platforms by entrepreneur Yuri Kovalchuk, as well as VK CEO Vladimir Kiriyenko. Both are included in the EU sanctions list.

Recall that earlier, on April 29, the Riga court lifted the ban on five Russian entertainment TV channels: TNT-Comedy, FRIDAY International, etc. . At the same time, Abolins then announced his disagreement with the decision and his intention to appeal against it.


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