Snapchat announced that it has stopped advertising in Russia, Belarus and Ukraine following Russia’s military action against Ukraine, while also suspending ad sales to all Russian and Belarusian agencies.
The company said it received no revenue from Russian state agencies and was acting in accordance with sanctions imposed on Russian companies and individuals.
Nonetheless, Snapchat will continue to offer its app in Russia, Belarus and Ukraine because of its importance as a basic communication tool for people.
Through partnerships with media publishers on its Discover content platform, Snapchat is focused on delivering accurate information and news coverage to its global community.
Additionally, it is continuously monitoring its platform for evidence of abuse or disinformation. The company further mentioned that it only featured content from verified media publishers on Discover and never allowed Russian state media to publish content.
Additionally, Snapchat is providing emergency assistance to help its team members move safely. In addition, it demonstrated its commitment to helping Ukrainian team members and their families, while also supporting its communities and pledging more than $15 million in humanitarian aid to support organizations that are working to provide direct relief to Ukrainians.