Russia: Federal Council adopted Bill banning advertising on information resources whose activities are recognised as undesirable (Bill No. 652920-8)

On 2 April 2025, the Bill banning advertising on information resources whose activities are recognised as undesirable and platforms banned (Bill No. 652920-8) was adopted by the Federal Council. In particular, the Bill prohibits advertising on platforms of organisations that the court declared extremist. Furthermore, advertising is not allowed on the resources of any foreign or international non-governmental organisation whose activities are deemed undesirable in Russia under Federal Law No. 272-FZ, or any organisation banned under Federal Laws No. 114-FZ or No. 35-FZ, which include measures countering extremist activities and terrorism. Additionally, this restriction applies to other information resources whose access is limited by Russian legislation related to information technology and protection.