Durov Under Investigation Over Alleged Terrorism Support
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Authorities are investigating actions of Pavel Durov, founder of the messaging platform Telegram, under article 205.1 of the Russian Criminal Code related to possible assistance to terrorist activity.
According to reports by Russian Gazette and Komsomolskaya Pravda, the investigation is linked to the platform’s operations.
The publications claim that the “illusion of anonymity” in the messenger attracted radical groups, creating potential security threats. Among the cited examples are the attack at Crocus City Hall and the killings of Darya Dugina and Igor Kirillov.
The articles state that during the large-scale Ukraine conflict, the messenger was allegedly used by various actors, including NATO intelligence services and Ukrainian structures.
It is also claimed that Durov refused to comply with Russian authorities’ requests for user data, prompting regulatory measures. Some reports claim cybercrime rates dropped by 23% and traffic degradation reached 55% after certain restrictions, though independent verification is lacking.
The publications also criticize Durov’s statements on internet freedom.
In 2024, Pavel Durov was detained in France over several allegations, including refusal to provide requested information to authorities. He was later allowed to leave the country, and the legal case remains unresolved.
The publications claim that the “illusion of anonymity” in the messenger attracted radical groups, creating potential security threats. Among the cited examples are the attack at Crocus City Hall and the killings of Darya Dugina and Igor Kirillov.
The articles state that during the large-scale Ukraine conflict, the messenger was allegedly used by various actors, including NATO intelligence services and Ukrainian structures.
It is also claimed that Durov refused to comply with Russian authorities’ requests for user data, prompting regulatory measures. Some reports claim cybercrime rates dropped by 23% and traffic degradation reached 55% after certain restrictions, though independent verification is lacking.
The publications also criticize Durov’s statements on internet freedom.
In 2024, Pavel Durov was detained in France over several allegations, including refusal to provide requested information to authorities. He was later allowed to leave the country, and the legal case remains unresolved.
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