The Kremlin is believed to have been thrown into anarchy following a number of blows to Vladimir Putin's regime, as the planned invasion of Ukraine slows.
06.03.2022 - 23:59 / justjared.com
Netflix is no longer serving customers in Russia amid the Ukraine invasion ordered by Vladimir Putin.
The streaming service shut down service entirely in the country, they confirmed on Sunday (March 6).
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“Given the circumstances on the ground, we have decided to suspend our service in Russia,” a spokesperson said, via Variety.
Netflix previously announced that it would pause all future projects and acquisitions from Russia, joining many countries who have similarly cut ties with the country due to the invasion of Ukraine.
Netflix had four Russian originals in the works, now put on hold. They also refused to carry 20 Russian free-to-air propaganda channels that they were required to host under Russian law.
In addition to government sanctions against Russia, companies like Microsoft, Apple and Dell have all announced that they have suspended sales in Russia, while Ikea has closed stores and Nike has said it will no longer fulfill online orders, via Variety.
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