One group claimed „attacks“ had been launched on the websites streaming the speech.
Russian state websites streaming President Vladimir Putin’s much publicized speech on Tuesday went offline during his address, according to Russian state media.
Putin’s annual State of the Nation speech, which began around 12 p.m. local time, was due to be live-streamed on several Russian state media platforms.
But a report of „technical work“ appeared on the website of the All-Russian State Television and Radio Broadcasting Company (VGTRK) during the speech, according to Russian state media outlet, Tass.