Russia’s parliament votes to unplug internet from world
By DW
21 April 2019 |
8:25 am
The Russian Duma has given its final approval to a bill creating a domestic internet. Lawmakers say it aims to protect Russia from cyber threats — but the law has sparked protest: Critics worry it will allow censorship.
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