Anthropic bans Claude accounts verified with Russian passports amid sanctions compliance

Multiple Claude users report account bans after identity verification with Russian passports, indicating Anthropic is enforcing sanctions or export-control restrictions. The move aligns with US restrictions on providing AI services to Russia, but the scope and policy basis remain unclear. This signals tightening compliance in the AI sector with geopolitical implications.

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