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Russia demands Apple explain removal of VK apps from US App Store

By Meridian48 News Desk · Summarised from 9to5Mac ·

Russia is demanding Apple explain why it removed apps from state-controlled VK from the U.S. App Store. The Kremlin's request follows Apple's removal of several VK-developed apps, escalating tensions between the tech giant and Russian authorities. Apple has not yet publicly responded to the demand.

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This is less about consumer protection and more about geopolitical posturing, as Russia pressures Apple over compliance with U.S. sanctions.
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