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Russia Labels Telegram News Channel Astra ‘Foreign Agent’

The news channel, founded shortly after the full-scale invasion of Ukraine, said it would continue its work despite the designation.

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.

opinion Lindsey Kennedy and Nathan Paul Southern

Telegram's Free Speech Ethos Cannot Excuse the Horrific Crimes It Facilitates

Human trafficking, terrorism, sextortion and other atrocities are not free speech.

'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."

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.

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 Chief Pavel Durov to Appear in Court After French Arrest

Durov is accused of failing to take action to curb the criminal use of his platform.

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.

Russia Blames Telegram, WhatsApp Outage on Cyberattack as Experts Point to Censorship

Russian authorities blame a DDoS attack. Independent experts point the finger at Roskomnadzor.

A Viral Telegram Game Promises Crypto Coins for Clicks. What’s the Catch?

In just a few weeks, Hamster Kombat claims to have amassed 200 million users — sparking concerns from both Russian and Ukrainian authorities.

Telegram's Durov Tells Tucker Carlson That Kremlin Pressure Forced Him Out of Russia

He also claimed that the FBI attempted to secretly recruit one of Telegram's developers to build a backdoor into the messenger.

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