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YouTube began removing videos advertising 'Alabuga'. At least 61 videos disappeared overnight
On the night of June 11, YouTube removed at least 61 videos containing advertising for the SEZ 'Alabuga' and its associated educational center 'Alabuga Politekh'. This was reported by blogger Alexey Gubanov (Jesus). Also, apparently, the official 'Alabuga' channel was completely removed from YouTube, but it is unknown by whom and when. The last archived version of the working account in Web Archive was on March 22, 2025.
TL;DR
- YouTube removed at least 61 videos advertising SEZ "Alabuga" and "Alabuga Politekh" on June 11.
- The official "Alabuga" channel may have also been removed from YouTube.
- Removals were reportedly due to a legal complaint.
- This action follows similar content removals by TikTok and Twitch, possibly linked to "Alabuga's" sanctions status.
- "Alabuga Politekh" students are allegedly involved in drone production, including Shahed-type drones used in the war against Ukraine.