strikeJul 29, 2026

Telegram's CEO Flips Russia the Bird After It Charges Him With Terrorism

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Telegram CEO Pavel Durov is now on Russia's wanted list over Ukraine allegedly using the popular messaging app to entice Russian citizens into committing acts of sabotage and terrorism.

Source: Michael Kan — Read the full report

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Michael KanBy Michael Kan
Telegram CEO Pavel Durov is now on Russia's wanted list over Ukraine allegedly using the popular messaging app to entice Russian citizens into committing acts of sabotage and terrorism. On Wednesday, Russia’s Federal Security Service announced that Durov had been charged with aid…

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