Roskomnadzor
Roskomnadzor, the Federal Service for Supervision of Communications, Information Technology and Mass Media, is a federal executive body of the Russian government responsible for oversight of information technology, telecommunications and mass media. It was established in 2008 from earlier regulatory agencies and operates under the government, with its head appointed by authorities. The agency is headquartered in Moscow and maintains regional offices.
Roskomnadzor’s remit covers the regulation of broadcasting and print media, online mass media, telecom networks, and
A central function is content control: Roskomnadzor can require removal of illegal or prohibited material and
The agency has been involved in high-profile online-content actions, including the blocking of Telegram in 2018
Roskomnadzor is often discussed in the context of Russia’s broader information policy and internet governance. Critics