Mobile Internet Shutdown in Moscow: A Security Measure for Victory Day Celebrations
Moscow temporarily disconnected from online platforms for "reasonable explanations."
Prepare for hiccups in your online activities, folks, as Moscow gears up for the 80th anniversary of victory over Nazi Germany. The Kremlin has taken the anticipatory step of temporarily shutting down parts of the mobile internet in the Russian capital.
According to Kremlin spokesman Dmitri Peskow, this isn't a cheeky disruption, but rather a precautionary measure to ensure smooth sailing during the celebrations. He reportedly told Russian agencies, "This is not disruption; this is a restriction in mobile internet usage - for understandable reasons." As for the reasoning behind this move, well, we've got ourselves a dangerous neighborhood to contend with.
While some may view this as a hindrance, remember that it's all in the name of safety. Think about this: shutdowns of mobile internet during attacks in the Crimean Peninsula have proven effective in the past[1]. This element of preemptive defense is even backed by Anton Nemkin, a Duma deputy[2].
The military parade on Red Square on May 9 is a high-profile event that draws international leaders to Moscow, with Chinese President Xi Jinping set to attend[3]. However, the looming conflict with Ukraine has led to some canceled visits[3]. Despite the tension, Kremlin leader Vladimir Putin has ordered a three-day ceasefire in the Russian invasion of Ukraine for the celebrations[4]. But be chill, Kyiv just called it a staged performance.
So there you have it. Mobile internet is momentarily disabled, but fear not. The fate of the world won't go offline.
[1] Source: ntv.de, mpa/dpa[2] Source: Associated Press[3] Source: The Independent[4] Source: BBC News
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- On the 80th anniversary of victory over Nazi Germany in Moscow, the Kremlin implemented a temporary restriction on mobile internet usage as a precautionary measure for the celebrations.
- Dmitri Peskow, the Kremlin spokesman, clarified that this isn't a disruption, but a security measure to ensure smooth operations during the event.
- While the internet shutdown in Moscow may seem disruptive to some, it's a safety measure with backing from Anton Nemkin, a Duma deputy.
- This move is reminiscent of past successful internet shutdowns during attacks in the Crimean Peninsula.
