Russia is disconnecting the internet from 2026: what does this mean for the world.

According to inkorr.com: Russia is tightening control over the internet. According to information from the Center for Countering Disinformation of the National Security and Defense Council of Ukraine, from March 1, 2026, 'Roskomnadzor' will receive expanded powers. Among them is the ability to block websites and even disconnect the Russian internet from the global network without a court decision. It will be enough to declare the 'distribution of prohibited content'.

Russian authorities claim that these measures are necessary to protect against cyberattacks. However, experts express doubt about such arguments. They believe that this is actually an attempt to establish censorship and restrict citizens' access to truthful information, simplifying the control over their consciousness.

As reported, the occupying administration in the temporarily occupied territories of Zaporizhia region is trying to legalize the forced mobilization of local residents, particularly in Melitopol.

Moreover, the Kremlin has already started a resettlement program for 'new Russians' in the occupied territories. This includes replacing the local population with its supporters through mandatory military conscription for residents of these areas.

The Ukrainian Center for Countering Disinformation sees these actions as an attempt to subjugate the population and create a propaganda network. Russia is gradually strengthening its control over information, which may negatively impact freedom of speech and human rights in the country.

The growing control of the Kremlin over the information environment indicates the intentions of the Russian authorities to reinforce their power and suppress any manifestations of dissent. Large-scale censorship may have serious consequences for the Ukrainian population living under occupation and undermines the foundations of human rights in Russia.