17:24 (14:24)⇢Internet Controls Tighten
⌨Russian media continues to focus on domestic information control, prominently featuring new State Duma laws that impose fines for searching "extremist" content and advertising VPNs, alongside discussions of potential messaging app bans (Interfax.ru, The Moscow Times (English), RBC.ru, RIA Novosti). Simultaneously, reports highlight Ukrainian attacks resulting in civilian casualties within Russian territory, particularly in border regions and on civilian transport, with officials accusing Kyiv of inciting such acts (NTV.ru, RT, TASS). The death of Supreme Court Chairperson Irina Podnosova also remains in coverage (Rossiyskaya Gazeta).