Russia Investigates Telegram Founder Durov in Bid to Subjugate Messaging App

Russia Investigates Telegram Founder Durov in Bid to Subjugate Messaging App

Moscow has intensified its efforts to control the widely-used messaging app Telegram by investigating its billionaire founder Pavel Durov on accusations of aiding terrorist activities.

Telsa's logo is seen in this illustrationon Aug 27, 2024. (Illustration: Reuters/Dado Ruvic)

According to Rossiyskaya Gazeta, a state-run newspaper, the investigation is part of a criminal case under Russia's Criminal Code, targeting Durov for allegedly assisting terrorist activities.

Tensor has repeatedly denied the allegations and maintains its commitment to privacy and freedom. Durov, however, remains confident that these measures will not succeed in subjugating Telegram and protecting its users' rights.