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The Price of Russian Paranoia

Russia's internet crackdown is intensifying, as the Kremlin seeks to block encrypted traffic and secure apps.

By · Published August 31, 2026 at 13:32 UTC · Updated August 31, 2026 at 15:24 UTC

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Source diversity sample: Meduza · Cybernews · The New Voice of Ukraine · The i Paper · Foreign Affairs.

How this dossier is built: methodology · AI policy · corrections.

The story so far

Russia is escalating its internet censorship, targeting encrypted DNS and secure apps. Cybernews reported that the Kremlin is now blocking encrypted DNS, which is used to secure internet traffic. This move threatens access to GrapheneOS, a privacy-focused mobile operating system.

The New Voice of Ukraine and The i Paper both describe a broader context of paranoia within the Russian government, with state institutions reportedly paralyzed by a spy hunt. The New Voice of Ukraine suggests that this paranoia is weakening Putin's rule. Foreign Affairs published an analysis titled 'The Price of Russian Paranoia', which discusses the broader implications of these actions.

The current state of affairs is one of increasing internet restrictions, with the Kremlin's actions potentially leading to further isolation and internal strife.

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The obvious questions

What is encrypted DNS?

Encrypted DNS is a technology used to secure internet traffic by encrypting domain name system (DNS) queries.

What is GrapheneOS?

GrapheneOS is a privacy-focused mobile operating system designed to enhance security and protect user data.

Why is Russia targeting encrypted DNS and secure apps?

Russia is targeting these technologies as part of a broader effort to control internet access and block unwanted information.

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Topics

Russia Internet Censorship Encrypted DNS GrapheneOS Putin Spy Hunt

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