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Russia Charges Telegram Founder Durov Over Terrorist Content
Russia's FSB charged Telegram founder Pavel Durov for allegedly aiding terrorist activities by failing to remove prohibited channels and bots. The charges stem from Telegram's non-compliance with Russian laws requiring removal of extremist content. Durov faces potential legal consequences as Russia intensifies tech platform regulation.
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The charges highlight Russia's escalating crackdown on tech platforms, but Durov's history of resisting government pressure suggests a prolonged legal battle ahead.
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