Russian President Vladimir Putin on Thursday defended the internet shutdowns in Russia, which have triggered a wave of widespread discontent in the country. Putin claims that these measures were introduced for security reasons and because of the threat of terrorism. The defense came at a time when dozens of people are gathering near the Kremlin with petitions calling on the president to end the internet crackdown. Residents of Moscow are increasingly angry about these measures, signaling growing public dissatisfaction with control over the network. hnonline.sk ↗
At the same time, the Russian leadership is considering revising its approach to tightening internet restrictions, as concerns about a possible decline in the president's popularity could slow down the crackdown. The changes could also affect the blocking of the Telegram service, which could be eased. Such considerations suggest that the regime is aware of the negative impact of strict regulations on Putin's support among the public. interez.sk ↗
On the international stage, however, several actors are attempting to normalize relations with Russia. The White House confirmed that the Russian Federation will receive an invitation to the G20 summit, which will be held in December in Florida. All members of the group, including Russia, will be invited to this top-level event. US President Donald Trump acknowledged that the participation of Putin himself would be a prospect, though he also said he was not sure whether Putin would accept the invitation and whether he would come at all. aktuality.sk ↗
The Russian regime continues to change its symbolism and controls. Putin restored the naming of the Federal Security Service Academy after the founder of the Soviet secret police, Felix Dzerzhinsky. At the same time, it continues to tighten control over the internet, including shutting down mobile internet and attempts at complete control of communications. pravda.sk ↗
Putin, however, faces serious internal problems. The Russian president admitted that the domestic economy is troubling him and has been declining for a second consecutive month. The chairman of the Communist Party of the Russian Federation, Gennady Zyuganov, warned that Russia faces revolution if the government in Moscow does not intervene in the worsening economic situation. Putin's support among entrepreneurs is falling, and experts point out that the economic problems are caused by the four-year-long war in Ukraine and the related sanctions. interez.sk ↗
Meanwhile, Ukraine continues its efforts toward peace negotiations. Kyiv has asked Turkey for help in organizing a meeting between President Volodymyr Zelensky and Putin. However, Moscow does not yet see a reason for such a meeting and insists that a personal meeting should only follow the definitive conclusion of agreements to end the conflict. ta3.com ↗
Putin defends internet shutdowns as a security issue, while Russia receives an invitation to the G20 summit
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Akadémia ruských tajných mení názov, Putin siahol po mene „otca zakladateľa“
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| 13:05 22.04.
Putinov veľký návrat? Trump pripúšťa účasť šéfa Kremľa na G20: Bolo by to prospešné
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Biely dom potvrdil, že na summit G20 v Miami dostanú pozvánku všetci členovia zoskupenia vrátane Ruskej federácie
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| 06:34 24.04.
USA pozvou na summit G20 na Floridě Rusko. Řeší se i Putin, tvrdí zdroj z Bílého domu
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| 06:25 24.04.
Rusko bude pozváno na summit G20 na Floridě, mluví se o účasti Putina
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