APPLE has removed two significant Russian apps, VKontakte (VK) and MAX, from its App Store amid ongoing sanctions. This action severely affects Russian users as alternatives like Facebook, WhatsApp, and Signal are already blocked. VK Group criticized the removals as unilateral and unreasonable, stating that they had not faced any sanctions themselves. Although users who had already downloaded the apps can still use them, push notifications have been disabled, worsening the user experience. The Kremlin has demanded an explanation from Apple, viewing the removals as untrustworthy and urging citizens to switch to Android alternatives.
Apple removes VKontakte, MAX apps from the Russian App Store
Article by CyberSIXT