Apple pulls Russia's biggest social media network from the App Store

Apple removes Russian social media giant VK from app store

(CNN) — Apple has removed VKontakte, a top Russian social media platform, from its app store, according to the app’s developer.Apple’s decision also affects other...

Apple App Store Pulls Russian Social Network VKontakte

Apple removes Russian social network VKontakte from App Store, Russia demands explanation

Apple confirmed  on Wednesday that it has removed popular Russian social network VKontakte from its App Store globally due to sanctions imposed by Britain. Following the referendums held in Kremlin-held areas of Ukraine, the British government had sanctioned 92 Russian individuals and entities on Monday. Kyiv and its allies have denounced the referendum as a "sham", while Russia stepped up threats against the West.

Russia demands Apple explain VK removal from App Store after UK sanctions

Russia’s communications regulator called the restrictions ‘discriminatory’ and said they violate internet users’ right to free information, while Facebook and Twitter remain blocked in the country.

Apple App Store pulls Russian social network VKontakte

SAN FRANCISCO: Apple on Wednesday confirmed that it removed popular Russian social network VKontakte from its App Store globally due to sanctions imposed by Britain.

Apple Removes Russian Social Media Network From Its App Store Amid War

Apple on Wednesday confirmed that it removed popular Russian social network VKontakte from its App Store globally due to sanctions imposed by Britain.