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Russia Lifts Roblox Ban Following Children's Protests

Russia Lifts Roblox Ban Following Children's Protests

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ThreatCluster •June 11, 2026 at 21:38 UTC
  • •Russia reversed its Roblox ban after 63,000 complaints from children.
  • •Roblox agreed to implement additional safety measures for young users.
  • •The ban was initially imposed due to allegations of extremist content and harassment.

On June 10, 2026, Russia lifted its ban on the gaming platform Roblox after receiving 63,000 complaints from children. The Digital Development Ministry stated that Roblox has complied with safety regulations and will implement additional child-protection measures. The ban, initially imposed in December 2025 due to claims of extremist content and online harassment, led to significant backlash from young users. Reports indicated that half of the protesting children expressed a desire to leave Russia. The Roblox Corporation has committed to moderating content to prevent harmful interactions. This reversal highlights the influence of public opinion on state policy regarding digital platforms.

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2025-12-03
Roblox ban imposed
Russian authorities blocked Roblox, citing extremist content and online harassment claims.
United24Media
2026-06-09
Children petition Kremlin
63,000 letters from children led to a petition to overturn the Roblox ban, highlighting public discontent.
United24Media
2026-06-10
Roblox ban lifted
The Russian government announced the lifting of the Roblox ban after the company agreed to safety measures.
Themoscowtimes

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