How the Kremlin's internet crackdown is frustrating Russians

Officials say the restrictions are for public safety, but businesses and the public are feeling the impact.

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Russians told the BBC that the crackdown on the internet is affecting businesses, but also cutting them off the outside world.

"We are losing money every time there is a blockage of internet," said Yulia, who owns a catering company.

Russian officials insist that curbs on communication are in the interests of public safety, claiming that mobile internet blackouts disorient Ukrainian attack drones.

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