"Shutting Down for Safety": Peskov on Moscow's Internet Halt for Significant Events
Moscow currently unavailable, attributed to "justifiable causes" by Peskov.
Get ready for some Internet turbulence in the Russian capital until Saturday! According to the Kremlin, there may be some hiccups when it comes to mobile internet usage, especially during state visits and major national events like the Victory Day celebration.
Kremlin spokesman Dmitri Peskov addressed this issue, highlighting that these issues aren't simply disruptions but rather precautions for "understandable reasons." He emphasized the importance of considering the potentially treacherous neighborhood attitudes.
This move isn't surprising, considering Russia's history of temporarily shutting down mobile internet services in various regions, such as Moscow, prior to state visits or during crucial events like the Victory Day parade. The primary objective is to bolster security due to perceived threats, primarily from neighboring Ukraine.
Duma deputy Anton Nemkin has hinted at a preventive defense element, alluding to the Crimean Peninsula, annexed by Russia in 2014. In Crimea, mobile internet shutdowns during attacks by the Ukrainian army have become common practice and have proven effective.
The upcoming Victory Day parade on May 9th in Moscow will be graced by numerous heads of state, including Chinese President and Party leader Xi Jinping. Kremlin chief Vladimir Putin has ordered a three-day ceasefire in the Russian invasion of Ukraine, which has been ongoing for more than three years, for the celebrations[2][3]. However, Kyiv has criticized this ceasefire as a theatrical performance.
- Discussion Points:
- Russia's history of Internet shutdowns during significant events
- Dmitri Peskov's justification for these measures
- Threat of drone attacks from Ukraine
- Geopolitical context and heightened tensions
References:[1] "Moscow turns off mobile network for celebrations and security," ntv.de[2] "Russia's Victory Day parade: What you need to know," Al Jazeera[3] "A Look Into Moscow's Recent Internet Shutdowns and Their Implications," The Diplomat
- The community policy in Moscow seems to include temporary shutdowns of mobile internet during significant events, as highlighted by Kremlin spokesman Dmitri Peskov.
- Employment policy-related discussions may arise concerning the avoided potential disruptions during these internet halts, given Peskov's emphasis on precautions for safety reasons.
- Politics play a considerable role in Russia's decision to periodically shut down mobile internet, particularly when considering threats from neighboring regions like Ukraine.
- In light of the Crimean Peninsula's history of mobile internet shutdowns during attacks by the Ukrainian army, it appears that both employment policy and general-news policies in Russia increasingly prioritize security considerations.
