Russian Surveillance
Russia recently passed a bill, declared the “Bill against Apple” by locals, that would put severe restrictions on Apple sales within their region. According to the law, any smartphone companies that wish to operate in Russia must comply with the government by allowing them to upload a series of preloaded software before the purchase/acquisition of the phone. If Apple does not comply, then they will have to withdraw from the country.
While Apple has not filed an official statement on the matter, select sources believe that several employees within the company have expressed resistance to such a proposal.