May 7, 2026
Kremlin says it has no plans to compensate businesses for losses from internet outages
The Kremlin has no plans to compensate businesses for losses caused by internet outages, spokesman Dmitry Peskov told reporters, according to the Russian media outlet Vy Slushali. Support measures were “not under consideration,” he said.
TL;DR
- The Kremlin will not compensate businesses for losses from internet outages.
- Spokesman Dmitry Peskov stated that support measures for affected businesses are not being considered.
- He affirmed that internet restrictions are lawful and necessary for citizen safety.
- Mobile internet and communication services were restricted in Moscow and St. Petersburg around Victory Day.
- These restrictions were implemented for security reasons.