Russia is restricting calls via the foreign messaging services WhatsApp and Telegram, allegedly to defend against terrorists and fraudsters. The Russian telecommunications authority Roskomnadzor stated in Moscow on Wednesday that there were restrictions on voice calls.

Russia has begun restricting voice calls on Telegram and WhatsApp, accusing the platforms of failing to comply with domestic legislation, which includes requirements to assist law enforcement in fraud and terrorism investigations.

Russian authorities have announced partial restrictions on calls in messaging apps Telegram and WhatsApp Russian authorities announced Wednesday they were “partially” restricting calls in messaging apps Telegram and WhatsApp,