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Russia wants to know why Apple removed Russian apps from the U.S. App Store

9to5Mac • Thu, 25 Jun 2026

Following the removal of several apps developed by state-controlled tech company VK from the App Store, the Kremlin is now demanding an explanation from Apple. Here are the details.

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Following the removal of several apps developed by state-controlled tech company VK from the App Store, the Kremlin is now demanding an explanation from Apple. Here are the details.

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Following the removal of several apps developed by state-controlled tech company VK from the App Store, the Kremlin is now demanding an explanation from Apple.

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