Kremlin Explains Internet Outages in Moscow and St. Petersburg as Security Measures

Interruptions to mobile communications and internet services have been reported in several Russian cities, particularly in Moscow and St. Petersburg. The situation was addressed by Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov, who said the restrictions are implemented strictly in accordance with current legislation and solely for security purposes. According to him, authorities had warned the public in advance about the potential disruptions. "If we ask how long these actions will last, the answer is: for as long as additional measures are necessary to ensure the safety of our citizens,” said Dmitry Peskov.