by Myariyoblog

August 26th 2024.

Telegram founder Pavel Durov has been arrested in Paris on charges related to the misuse of his messaging platform. Explore the details of this high-profile detention and its global implications

Pavel Durov, the billionaire founder of Telegram, has been arrested by French security services at Le Bourget airport in Paris.

Durov, who was traveling on his private jet, was detained under a warrant linked to accusations involving the use of his messaging platform for illegal activities, including cyberbullying, organized crime, and promoting terrorism.

Photo Credit: Pavel Durov Arrested: Telegram Founder Detained in Paris

Despite being aware of the risks, Durov flew through Paris due to the necessity of refueling. Reports suggest that French authorities issued an arrest warrant as part of a preliminary investigation, which caught Durov by surprise.

Telegram, in a statement, labeled the arrest as "absurd" and defended Durov, asserting that the platform complies with EU laws and that Durov has nothing to hide.

The situation has escalated with the Russian government demanding consular access to Durov, as tensions between France and Russia increase over this high-profile detention.

The arrest has raised concerns about the future of Telegram, a platform used widely across the globe, particularly in regions with restrictive communication laws.