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Russia WhatsApp & Telegram Restrictions: October 2025

VPN Usage increase:
+200%
VPN spike start time:
07:00 AM GMT

Russia restricted WhatsApp and Telegram access starting October 20, 2025, affecting 34 regions including Moscow and St. Petersburg by October 22. Nearly 100 million users face partial blocks on messaging and calls as Roskomnadzor claims the apps enable 'fraud and terrorism. Digital restrictions are tightening. Anywhere, anytime.

Afghanistan Social Media Blackout: October 2025

VPN Usage increase:
+125%
VPN spike start time:
12:38 PM GMT

Afghanistan blocked Facebook, Instagram, X, and other social media platforms on October 7, 2025, following a 48-hour total internet blackout that left 43 million Afghans completely offline. While internet was restored, social media restrictions remain indefinite as the Taliban cites 'immoral content' concerns. Similar shutdowns could happen again. Anywhere, anytime

Cameroon Election Internet Blackout: October 2025

VPN Usage increase:
+200%
VPN spike start time:
08:00 PM GMT

Cameroon disrupted internet access on October 22, 2025, as protests erupted over disputed presidential election results. While authorities blamed submarine cable damage, the timing coincided with mass demonstrations against alleged electoral fraud. Similar restrictions could happen again. Anywhere, anytime.

Nepal Social Media Blackout: September 2025

VPN Usage increase:
+1,500%
VPN spike start time:
07:01 PM GMT

Nepal blocked 26 major social media platforms on September 4, 2025, leaving millions cut off from their digital lives. While the ban was eventually lifted after massive protests, similar restrictions could happen again. Anywhere, anytime.