WhatsApp Accuses Russia of Attempting Ban to Push State Surveillance App

• Meta-owned WhatsApp alleges Russian Government tried to block its messaging application.
• WhatsApp claims Russia's move aims to force users onto a state-owned surveillance app.
• The company stated it's doing everything to keep over 100 million users connected in Russia.
• Russian Presidential Press Secretary Dmitry Peskov said WhatsApp would be unblocked if Meta complies with Russian laws.
• Russia's telecom watchdog confirmed measures to slow down WhatsApp, citing its use in terrorist activities and fraud.