Last night, Pavel Durov, the founder of Telegram, was arrested by French authorities at Le Bourget airport near Paris. This arrest follows a warrant issued by the National Anti-Fraud Office (ONAF) as part of a preliminary investigation. The potential charges against Durov are severe, including terrorism, drug trafficking, fraud, and promoting illegal content on his messaging platform.

Durov, who left Russia in 2014 and now holds French citizenship, had avoided traveling to Europe, knowing that a warrant was active. He is also accused of failing to adequately moderate content on Telegram, allowing the platform to be used for criminal activities. He is expected to appear in court today, and his release during the investigation is unlikely due to his substantial resources and flight risk.

This case has sparked strong reactions, especially in Russia, where authorities have demanded explanations from France, accusing Paris of not cooperating in the matter. Durov's arrest could have significant consequences for Telegram, a platform that has always advocated for independence and the protection of user data.

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