Lithuania ordered internet providers to block access to IP addresses used to watch Russian TV channels

Lithuania issued a directive on March 8 for internet providers to block IP addresses enabling access to Russian TV channels, in compliance with EU sanctions. The country has prohibited the transmission of Russian and Belarusian TV and radio channels since changes to the public information law in 2022.

Lithuania’s Radio and Television Commission has ordered internet providers to block access to IP addresses used to watch Russian TV channels, which European Union sanctions have targeted. The decision was made on 8 March after discussions with internet provider representatives and following confirmation of their technical ability to comply. Lithuania banned the rebroadcasting and online dissemination of TV and radio channels owned or financed by Russia and Belarus following amendments to the law on public information in 2022.