Reports have emerged from users across Russia regarding disruptions affecting RuTracker, the largest Russian-language torrent tracker. According to data from Downdetector, complaints surged to approximately 5,600 by the evening of April 15, with a notable spike of 1,982 issues reported between 18:16 and 19:16. Users are encountering messages indicating an inability to connect to the site and timeouts while waiting for responses.
Many users have expressed frustration, noting that the torrent tracker has been experiencing performance issues over the past few days. The complaints are widespread, coming from various regions, including major cities like Saint Petersburg and Moscow. As of now, the underlying cause of these disruptions remains unclear.
Systemic Radio Interference and Broader Implications
In a related development, Estonia has reported systemic radio interference originating from the Saint Petersburg area. These disturbances are being recorded on a daily basis, primarily affecting satellite navigation systems used in civil aviation, while ground-based equipment continues to function reliably.
Additionally, a previous incident involving WhatsApp saw a significant outage, with users across different regions reporting difficulties in sending and receiving messages.
On another front, there are indications that Apple Inc. may be contemplating a return to the Russian market. Reports suggest that the company is considering establishing parallel imports of its products through countries with lower customs tariffs, such as Brazil or Mexico, to facilitate the supply of gadgets into Russia.
