Russia introduced Meta to the register of extremists and terrorists

According to the Project "Network Freedom", the recognition of Meta terrorist does not change anything, but the mention of Meta Inc. Without an indication of the ban on her activities, any user threatens responsibility under Part 2 of Art. 13.15 Administrative Code of both the media and citizens. In addition, a public demonstration of the symbolism of the company, as well as its social networks, can qualify under Part 1 of Art. 20.3 Code of Administrative Offenses, and applying logos to goods - under Part 2 of Art. 20.3 Administrative Code

Advertising promotion on Facebook and Instagram can also be recognized as the financing of extremist activities (Articles 282.3 of the Criminal Code of the Russian Federation), and work in belonging companies (including abroad) may be punished under Art. 282.2 of the Criminal Code.

Currently, Facebook is also blocked in China and Iran, problems with access to social networks are observed in Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, Egypt and Vietnam, where it is prohibited partially. Periodically, social network is also blocked in Turkey.

In March, it was reported that 2 thousand employees of META, who are Russian citizens, are afraid to return to their homeland after the organization of extremist. In Russia, they may face criminal liability; About a dozen employees have already decided to quit the company in order to avoid problems for themselves and their families. Lawyer Victoria Shakina, who represented Meta in court, stated that "there was not any recognition of the company extremist."

After the Russian authorities introduced the punishment for “discrediting” the Russian army, the number of blocking of sites of social networks and independent media increased significantly. This was the reason for the growth of the popularity of VPN services. However, in early June, Roskomnadzor reached them. The department began to limit the work of services, as the means of bypassing the locks are recognized as a threat.