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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.

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."

Moscow Court Extends French Researcher's Detention Until Feb. 21

Laurent Vinatier, who works for a Swiss conflict mediation NGO, was arrested in Moscow in June.

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.

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.

Paralympics Body Says 88 Russians to Compete as Neutrals in Paris

The athletes must undergo a two-step verification process to check their support for the war in Ukraine.

French Researcher to Stand Trial in Moscow on Sept. 3

Investigators accuse Laurent Vinatier of collecting military information that could be used against Russia by foreign states.

Durov: Mysterious and Controversial Telegram Founder

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

How the World Reacted to Telegram Boss Pavel Durov’s Detention

The Moscow Times has collected reactions from Russian and Western officials and public figures to Durov’s detention in France.

Telegram Boss Pavel Durov Detained in France – French Media

Durov is reportedly accused of complicity in drug trafficking, crimes against children and fraud due to the lack of moderation on Telegram.

Russian Tennis Pair Andreeva, Shnaider Win Silver at Paris Olympics

The tennis players are the first Russian athletes competing as neutrals to get a medal at the 2024 Olympics in Paris.

Olympic Organizers Confirm Russian Journalists Stripped of Accreditation

TASS said the withdrawal of its journalists' accreditation was "completely unexpected" and came after the journalists arrived in France.

Russian Chef Behind Alleged Olympic Games Plot – Le Monde

A police search of the man’s home reportedly turned up an identity card for an elite unit of the Russian special forces.

Russian Arrested Over ‘Destabilization’ Plot for Paris Olympics – Prosecutors

An investigation was opened into "passing intelligence to a foreign power in order to arouse hostilities in France."

Russian State Media Says France Rejected Olympic Accreditation Request

Five RIA Novosti sports correspondents received letters informing them that the event organizer had not approved the requests they filed in February.

Kremlin Not Expecting Better Ties with France After Election

The surprise result saw the National Rally party – viewed as soft on Moscow – fall to third place.

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