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Pavel Durov Released on €5 Million Bail After French Detention

Pavel Durov Released on €5 Million Bail After French Detention

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by Giorgi Kostiuk

10 months ago


  1. Charges Against Durov
  2. Reactions from Russia and Ukraine
  3. France’s Position
  4. Pavel Durov, the CEO of Telegram, was detained by French authorities and then released on €5 million bail. The incident has sparked widespread controversy, especially in Russia and Ukraine, where Telegram plays a crucial role in communication.

    Charges Against Durov

    Charges against Durov include complicity in managing an online platform to facilitate illegal transactions within an organized group and refusal to cooperate with law enforcement. The Paris prosecutor’s office stated there are sufficient grounds for a formal investigation into these matters. French authorities highlighted a lack of cooperation from Telegram in previous investigations concerning offenses related to trafficking, online hate speech, and pedophilia. Telegram has faced criticism for its perceived lack of content moderation, especially regarding the spread of illegal and harmful content on the platform.

    Reactions from Russia and Ukraine

    Durov’s arrest has ignited outrage in Russia, with some officials calling it politically motivated and an example of the West’s double standards regarding freedom of speech. Telegram has become a critical tool for communication during Moscow’s ongoing conflict with Ukraine, used by both military personnel and civilians.

    France’s Position

    French President Emmanuel Macron stated that Durov’s arrest was not a politically motivated act but part of an independent investigation into serious criminal activities. The French government made it clear that the legal actions against Durov are based on evidence collected as part of the ongoing investigation into Telegram’s role in facilitating illegal transactions and other illicit activities.

    Therefore, the arrest of Pavel Durov and the subsequent investigation highlight complex issues related to the use of digital platforms for illegal activities, as well as the importance of international cooperation in law enforcement.

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