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Russia Targets Telegram Founder Durov | Philadelphia News
Russia’s FSB has charged Telegram founder Pavel Durov with aiding terrorism, accusing him of failing to remove channels used by Ukrainian intelligence and extremist groups — including a dating bot allegedly used to recruit Russian youths for sabotage. Facing possible life imprisonment, Durov, who lives abroad, denies the claims, calling them politically motivated. As Russia tightens its grip on digital communication — banning major platforms and promoting its own surveillance-heavy app MAX — Telegram remains vital for Russian troops and civil society, sparking protests and resistance despite…
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