Russia Orders Apple to Remove 25 VPN Apps from App Store

The directive targets popular VPNs used to bypass internet censorship, escalating Russia's crackdown on online freedom.

Apple has complied with Roskomnadzor's demand to remove 25 VPN apps from its Russian App Store.
Affected VPNs include NordVPN, Proton VPN, and Red Shield VPN, among others.
The move is part of Russia's broader effort to control internet access since the invasion of Ukraine.
This is not the first clash between Apple and Russian authorities over compliance with local laws.
VPN providers have been advised to contact Roskomnadzor for further information.