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Von der Leyen: Kremlin imposing 'digital Iron Curtain' on Russians

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said the Kremlin is restricting Russians' internet access to conceal worsening economic conditions as sanctions over the Ukraine war take effect.

Published Apr 29, 2026, 3:56 AM EDT | WFMZZ

Ursula von der Leyen on Wednesday accused the Kremlin of imposing a "digital Iron Curtain" by cutting Russians off from the internet. She said the move is intended to hide worsening economic conditions as sanctions over Russia's war in Ukraine take effect.