# Russia steps up VPN blocking after parliamentary elections

https://mins.news/en/item/78926

- Meduza, 2026-09-29 15:27 UTC
- Tech
- Original: https://meduza.io/en/news/2026/09/29/russia-steps-up-vpn-blocking-after-parliamentary-elections-ten-services-report-tighter-restrictions-in-a-single-week

> Russian authorities launched a new round of VPN restrictions after the State Duma elections. Ten services reported tighter limits in a week, while VPN Guild chairman Alexey Kozlyuk described the measures as an expected continuation and gradual intensification of a campaign that began in early August.