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🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

RBK: Russian authorities to block Telegram

Russian authorities are planning to block the Telegram app in early April, citing an increase in illegal recruitment, particularly of minors, as the reason for this decision.

Feb 26 • 20:17 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

The crisis of the popular messaging service deepens in Russia

A Moscow court has fined Telegram 7 million rubles for failing to remove content related to alcohol and LGBTQ+ issues, reflecting the Russian government's ongoing efforts to restrict the app's usage.

Feb 25 • 10:55 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
National & Local

Russian authorities chase Telegram founder Pavel Durov

Russian authorities have accused Pavel Durov, the founder and CEO of Telegram, of supporting terrorism and spying for Western and Ukrainian governments.

Feb 25 • 10:30 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Russia initiates investigation against the founder of Telegram

The Russian government has launched an investigation against Telegram's founder Pavel Durov, accusing the messaging platform of being infiltrated by Western and Ukrainian intelligence agencies.

Feb 25 • 07:35 UTC
🇷🇺 RT
National & Local

Telegram founder Durov investigated in terrorism-related probe – Kremlin

The Kremlin has stated that Telegram founder Pavel Durov is under investigation for allegedly facilitating terrorism-related activities through the messaging platform.

Feb 24 • 18:26 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

The founder of Telegram, Pavel Durov, says he is targeted by a 'terrorism' investigation in Russia

Pavel Durov, the founder of Telegram, claims that Russian authorities have opened a criminal investigation against him for alleged complicity with terrorism.

Feb 24 • 17:38 UTC
🇵🇱 Oko.press
National & Local

Telegram Founder Accused by Russia of Terrorism

Pavel Durov, the founder of Telegram, faces terrorism accusations from Russia, despite the Kremlin's use of the platform for its own purposes.

Feb 24 • 17:03 UTC
🇺🇦 Ukrainska Pravda
National & Local

Russia opens criminal case against Telegram founder for 'aiding terrorism'

Russia has initiated a criminal case against Pavel Durov, the founder of Telegram, accusing him of aiding terrorism due to the platform's alleged use in facilitating terrorist activities.

Feb 24 • 16:36 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Russia: Authorities accuse the founder of Telegram of aiding terrorism

Russian authorities have initiated a criminal case against Telegram founder Pavel Durov, alleging his app supports terrorism, while he claims the Kremlin is suppressing privacy and freedom of speech.

Feb 24 • 16:11 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

The Kremlin attacks Telegram: The messaging app creator is accused of aiding terrorism

Russian authorities are investigating Pavel Durov, the founder of the messaging app Telegram, for alleged terrorism-related charges, indicative of the regime's desire to control or block the platform altogether.

Feb 24 • 15:38 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Russia opens criminal case into Telegram founder Pavel Durov

Russia has initiated a criminal investigation against Pavel Durov, the founder of Telegram, for allegedly supporting terrorist activities, intensifying tension between the Kremlin and the messaging platform.

Feb 24 • 12:49 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

Criminal investigation launched against Telegram founder Durov in Russia for 'promoting terrorism'

In Russia, a criminal investigation has been initiated against Pavel Durov, the founder of the 'Telegram' platform, for allegedly promoting terrorist activities during ongoing military conflict.

Feb 24 • 12:17 UTC
🇷🇺 The Moscow Times
National & Local

FSB Investigating Telegram Founder Pavel Durov on Terrorism Allegations

The FSB is investigating Telegram founder Pavel Durov on terrorism allegations amidst increasing pressure and restrictions on the messaging platform in Russia.

Feb 24 • 11:07 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Russia's Terror Case Against Telegram CEO, Learn...

Russia has filed a criminal case against Telegram founder Pavel Durov on charges of terrorism support under Section 205.1 after inputs from the FSB.

Feb 24 • 10:50 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Russia opens a criminal case against the founder of Telegram for 'collaboration with terrorism'

The Russian government has initiated a criminal case against Telegram's founder Pavel Durov, accusing him of failing to remove thousands of channels linked to opposition activities and other alleged crimes.

Feb 24 • 10:05 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Russia accuses Telegram CEO Pavel Durov of terrorist activities, files case

Russia has filed a criminal case against Telegram founder Pavel Durov, accusing him of promoting terrorist activities based on evidence from the Federal Security Service (FSB).

Feb 24 • 07:47 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
National & Local

Russia opens terror investigation of Telegram founder

Russia is investigating Telegram founder Pavel Durov for involvement in terrorism, according to Russian media.

Feb 24 • 07:06 UTC
🇨🇿 Seznam Zprávy
National & Local

Russia investigates Telegram founder Durov for aiding terrorism

Russian authorities are investigating Telegram founder Pavel Durov for allegedly assisting terrorism.

Feb 24 • 06:41 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

Russians investigate Telegram founder Durov over aiding terrorism

Russian authorities are investigating Pavel Durov, the founder of Telegram, for allegedly aiding terrorism.

Feb 24 • 06:25 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
Life & Tech

A rich man, the owner of Telegram, wrote to me

The article discusses the concerns raised by Pavel Durov about the regulation of social networks and the impact they have, particularly on minors.

Feb 17 • 04:30 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
Life & Tech

What is Telegram and what are its features?

The article discusses the launch and growth of the Telegram platform, highlighting its focus on privacy and independence in digital communication.

Feb 12 • 03:00 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Russia slows Telegram, pushes state-backed rival app

Russia has started throttling the Telegram messaging platform, encouraging citizens to use a domestic alternative amid legal requirements for data storage and compliance with government regulations.

Feb 10 • 20:43 UTC
🇺🇦 Ukrainska Pravda
National & Local

"Telegram stands for freedom of speech and privacy": Telegram CEO comments on slowdown in Russia

Telegram's CEO highlights that the app's throttling in Russia is an attempt by authorities to promote a Kremlin-controlled messaging alternative, while emphasizing the app's commitment to freedom of speech and privacy.

Feb 10 • 18:48 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

Pavel Durov Condemns Strict Measures Against 'Telegram'

Pavel Durov criticized Russia's restrictions on Telegram, asserting they are a violation of free speech and privacy.

Feb 10 • 18:30 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Telegram application faces fines in Russia

The messaging app Telegram is facing fines of up to 64 million rubles (820,000 USD) due to eight upcoming hearings in a Russian court regarding its failure to remove information required by Russian law.

Feb 10 • 12:20 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
National & Local

Europe's War with Social Media - Battle for Children, Big Tech Strikes Back

The European conflict over the protection of minors on social media intensifies as Spain plans to ban under-16s from using these platforms, sparking reactions from major tech figures like Elon Musk and Pavel Durov.

Feb 8 • 05:51 UTC
🇪🇸 elDiario.es
National & Local

Immigration and Social Networks: Spain in the Crosshairs

The President of Spain, Pedro Sánchez, faces backlash from Elon Musk and Pavel Durov over new measures that include a ban on social media access for minors under 16.

Feb 6 • 21:05 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

Sánchez once again confronts Musk and the owner of Telegram in the closing of the Aragón campaign: "Let the tech oligarchs take their dirty hands off our children's phones"

In the closing remarks of the Aragón electoral campaign, Pedro Sánchez criticized tech oligarchs like Elon Musk and Pável Dúrov, urging them to stop interfering with children's access to mobile devices.

Feb 6 • 18:46 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

The European Commission defends Sánchez after attacks from Elon Musk and the owner of Telegram: 'Full solidarity with the Spanish president'

The European Commission expressed full solidarity with Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez following attacks from Elon Musk and Telegram's founder Pavel Durov.

Feb 6 • 11:53 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
National & Local

Spain: Why Sanchez's Laws Sparked Anger Among Social Media Owners?

Spain is experiencing widespread controversy over new stringent regulations for social media platforms announced by Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez, eliciting strong criticism from platform owners including Elon Musk and Pavel Durov.

Feb 6 • 06:44 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
Crime & Justice

Telegram, the favorite platform of cybercriminals and misinformation

Telegram has become a hotspot for criminal activity due to its lax content moderation policies, as highlighted by a recent message from founder Pavel Durov responding to the dangerous regulations announced by the president.

Feb 6 • 04:30 UTC
🇩🇪 taz
National & Local

Spain Plans Minimum Age for Social Media: Protection Against Manipulation and Brutality

Spain's Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez aims to introduce a social media ban for individuals under 16 to protect children and adolescents from the dangers of social media platforms, sparking criticism from tech figures like Elon Musk and Pavel Durov who labeled him a 'tyrant'.

Feb 5 • 15:13 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Spanish prime minister responds to 'tech oligarchs' after Musk calls him a tyrant and traitor

Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez addressed criticisms from billionaires Elon Musk and Pavel Durov following his announcement to ban access to social media for those under 16 and hold executives accountable for hate speech.

Feb 5 • 13:35 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Spain hits back at Pavel Durov over mass Telegram post on social media ban plan

Spain has accused Telegram founder Pavel Durov of spreading falsehoods and attempting to undermine democracy in response to his criticism of the government's proposed social media ban for individuals under 16.

Feb 5 • 13:33 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Pedro Sánchez maintains the pulse against the ‘tech oligarchs’: “The voice of democracy will not be bent by the lords of the algorithm”

Spanish President Pedro Sánchez criticizes tech oligarchs like Elon Musk and Pavel Durov for undermining democracy through misinformation.

Feb 5 • 12:34 UTC
🇪🇸 elDiario.es
National & Local

The tech oligarchs react with lies and insults to Sánchez's regulation proposal

Tech oligarchs have responded aggressively to Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez's new digital regulation proposal, with significant criticism from figures like Elon Musk and Pavel Durov.

Feb 5 • 10:35 UTC
🇪🇸 ABC
National & Local

Carlos Herrera against Sánchez over the proposal to ban social media for minors under 16

The announcement has sparked a heated debate regarding the appropriateness of the measure and the actual tools that can be implemented, particularly clashing with figures like Elon Musk and Pavel Durov.

Feb 5 • 09:23 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
Life & Tech

Durov (Telegram): Spanish social media plans to turn security into a weapon

Telegram's founder, Pavel Durov, criticized the Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez's plans to ban social media access for individuals under 16 and punish executives for hate speech, arguing it would force platforms to collect user data.

Feb 4 • 20:06 UTC
🇪🇸 ABC
World

Sánchez counters the CEO of Telegram: 'He has turned the platform into a space for sexual abuse and drug trafficking'

Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez has criticized Telegram CEO Pavel Durov for his comments on Spain's threats to freedom, alleging that the platform has become a haven for sexual abuse and drug trafficking.

Feb 4 • 19:06 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Telegram criticizes Sánchez in a mass message about his social media plan: "They can turn Spain into a monitored state"

Pável Dúrov, the founder and CEO of Telegram, urged Spaniards to remain vigilant and demand transparency in response to President Pedro Sánchez's social media plans.

Feb 4 • 18:02 UTC
🇪🇸 ABC
National & Local

Telegram warns about Sánchez's measures: "Dangerous regulations that threaten your freedoms"

Telegram's CEO Pavel Durov strongly criticizes the social media control measures announced by Pedro Sánchez, claiming they threaten personal freedoms.

Feb 4 • 17:37 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
Crime & Justice

Telegram warns all its users against the new law for social networks: "Pedro Sánchez is promoting dangerous new regulations that threaten your freedoms"

Telegram's founder Pavel Durov has joined Elon Musk in criticizing Pedro Sánchez's proposed regulation banning social media access for those under 16, calling it a threat to internet freedoms.

Feb 4 • 17:32 UTC
🇪🇸 elDiario.es
National & Local

The owner of Telegram sends a massive alert to Spanish users accusing Sánchez of imposing a 'Surveillance State'

Telegram's founder, Pável Dúrov, has issued a massive alert to Spanish users, criticizing President Pedro Sánchez's recent digital measures as a threat to freedom of expression.

Feb 4 • 17:29 UTC
🇷🇺 RT
World

Durov calls France ‘not free’ as French agents search Musk’s office

Telegram co-founder Pavel Durov criticized France as 'not free' following a police raid on Musk's X offices in Paris related to a probe over alleged inappropriate content generated by Grok AI.

Feb 3 • 16:25 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
World

Freezing of Bonds for Telegram in Russia and Pavel Durov Comments

Telegram has had $500 million in bonds frozen in Russia due to Western sanctions, complicating its debt repayment and buyback opportunities.

Jan 7 • 07:16 UTC
🇷🇺 The Moscow Times
World

$500M in Telegram Bonds Frozen in Russia Due to Sanctions – FT

Around $500 million worth of bonds issued by Telegram have been frozen in Russia due to Western sanctions, showcasing the company's ongoing ties to Russian capital despite founder Pavel Durov's efforts to separate the business from Moscow.

Jan 6 • 12:13 UTC

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