Telegram CEO Pavel Durov slams Apple over VPN app removals in Russia, says company supporting censorship
Telegram CEO Pavel Durov is facing a criminal investigation in Russia over charges of aiding terrorism, which he claims is an attempt to suppress free speech and privacy. The Russian government has been restricting access to Telegram, citing security risks and the company's refusal to comply with Russian law.
Pavel Durov, Telegram's CEO, is under investigation in Russia for aiding terrorism. The Russian government has restricted access to Telegram, citing security concerns. Durov claims this is an attempt to suppress free speech and privacy. Russia's communications watchdog, Roskomnadzor, has accused Telegram of refusing to comply with Russian law. The move has sparked public outcry, including criticism from pro-Kremlin military bloggers. Russian officials have targeted other messaging platforms, including YouTube, Signal, and WhatsApp, and are promoting a national messaging app called MAX.
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