Sudan Restricts WhatsApp to Protect National Security

The English section of webangah News Agency, citing Mehr News Agency and ‍al Jazeera, reported⁤ that the Sudanese government has decided⁤ to limit voice and video call features on WhatsApp as part of​ measures to safeguard national security. These restrictions will take effect next Friday.

The Communications and Postal ⁤Services sector of the Sudanese government said in a statement that some voice⁣ and video dialog restrictions via ⁢WhatsApp would be implemented in Sudan‌ to protect vital national‌ interests and ensure security.

The official Sudanese ​news agency stated these limitations will begin on Friday, July 25, until further​ notice.

The Communications Regulation sector added that other features such⁣ as text messaging and group sharing would remain active.The statement apologized​ for any inconvenience ‌caused‍ by these restrictions and expressed gratitude to users for prioritizing collective interests over personal convenience.