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Durov Hints at Anti-Telegram Smear Campaign as Russia Readies Homegrown Competitor

The Telegram founder pointed to what he described as a series of misleading news reports and online attacks.

Investigation Uncovers Telegram's Potential Links to Russia's FSB

The app's infrastructure is controlled by a man whose companies have collaborated with Russian intelligence services, IStories reported.

France Denies Telegram Founder Durov’s Request to Visit U.S. – Politico

The Paris prosecutor’s office told Politico it did not consider the requested trip to be “imperative or justified.”

Telegram Founder Durov Says He Rejected Western Request to ‘Silence’ Conservative Voices in Romania

“A Western European government… approached Telegram, asking us to silence conservative voices in Romania ahead of today’s presidential elections...

Telegram Founder Durov Allowed to Temporarily Leave France

Pavel Durov left France for Dubai after receiving authorization to leave the country for "several weeks."

Telegram Boss Durov Admits 'Seriousness' of Allegations: Source

In 10 hours of questioning by the magistrates, Durov said that he was "disgusted in a personal capacity."

Telegram Founder Durov ‘Not Interested’ in Talking With Russian Officials, Envoy Says

“The French treat Durov’s case as one between their state and a citizen,” Russian Ambassador Alexei Meshkov told state media.

'The West, Like Russia, Is Trying to Pressure Him': What Do Russians Think About Pavel Durov’s Legal Battle in France?

For Telegram's Russian users, the case against Durov has heightened concerns over digital privacy and in some cases deepened distrust of the West.

Telegram Founder Durov Says Arrest in France 'Misguided'

The tech entrepreneur also lashed out at claims that "Telegram is some sort of anarchic paradise" as "absolutely untrue."

opinion Saahil Menon

Ending 'Golden Visas' Will Hold Rich Russians Like Durov Accountable

Western governments must tighten the screws on jurisdictions that commoditize nationality and residence permits, given the unsavory clientele these schemes...

Telegram Boss Durov Charged, Banned From Leaving France

Durov was charged on several counts of failing to curb extremist and illegal content on the messaging app.

opinion Rina Matsapulina

By Taking Aim at Telegram, France Puts Free Speech in the Crosshairs

If states can subjugate platforms like Telegram, it will be a blow to digital rights around the world.

Telegram Boss Durov Released for Court Appearance in Paris

A source familiar with the criminal case against the billionaire told AFP that charges may be announced as soon as Wednesday.

France, UAE Hacked Telegram Founder Durov's Phone in 2017 – WSJ

The reported joint spy operation sheds light on France's complicated relationship with Telegram in the years leading up to Durov's detention.

Kremlin Warns France Against Trying to 'Intimidate' Telegram Founder Durov

"The charges are indeed very serious, they require no less serious evidence," Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said.

UAE Requests Consular Services for Arrested Telegram Boss

French authorities on Monday reportedly extended the detention of Pavel Durov, who holds both Emirati and French citizenship.

Macron Denies Telegram Founder’s France Arrest ‘Political'

"It is in no way a political decision. It is up to the judges to rule on the matter," Macron wrote in a highly unusual comment on a legal case.

Kremlin Denies Putin Met Telegram Boss Durov Before Arrest in France

Earlier unconfirmed reports claimed the tech entrepreneur sought a meeting with Putin during the Russian leader’s state visit to Azerbaijan.

opinion Konstantin Sonin

Why Pavel Durov's Detention Shook Both the Russian Opposition and Putin's Regime

In fact, nobody knows what Telegram shares with which governments and under what conditions.

Durov: Mysterious and Controversial Telegram Founder

The man once dubbed the "Russian Zuckerberg" now finds himself under arrest in France.

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