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Arrest of Telegram boss Durov sparks criticism amid free speech concerns

Telegram boss Pavel Durov's police custody in France has been extended until August 28 on 12 charges of organised crime. A French court is accusing the Russian-born billionaire of failing to act against the criminal use of his messaging app by his subscribers, in particular through a lack of moderation…

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Russia warns France against trying to 'intimidate' detained Telegram founder Pavel Durov

Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov has suggested the French government is trying to intimidate Russian-born Pavel Durov, the CEO of messaging app Telegram, who was arrested outside of Paris on Saturday for 12 alleged crimes related to drug trafficking, the sale of child sexual abuse material and fraud on the messaging…

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Telegram CEO Pavel Durov Detained In France Investigation

Pavel Durov, CEO of Telegram, faces criminal charges in France, sparking international interest and concerns about online platform regulations.

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Durov's Telegram: 'Weapon Of War' Under Increased Scrutiny

The arrest of maverick entrepreneur Pavel Durov has drawn global attention to the importance of his messaging app Telegram for Russian troops and propagandists as Moscow's war against Ukraine grinds into its third year.

International Business Times

Why Telegram billionaire Pavel Durov’s arrest risks fanning diplomatic tensions among France, Russia, and the UAE

Durov’s messaging platform has nearly a billion users, and has played an especially key role in the Russia-Ukraine war.

Fortune

Macron Struggles To Launch Fresh Talks On French Government

President Emmanuel Macron faced an uphill battle Tuesday seeking fresh talks over a new government in France, with the political left refusing to take part after he rejected their candidate for prime minister.

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China's New Silk Road: Beijing increases its influence in Nepal

From infrastructure to tourism, China is strengthening its control over its smaller neighbour Nepal. Beijing has been increasing its investment in trade, tourism and reconstruction since Nepal's devastating 2015 earthquake. It is also sending teachers to teach Chinese to the Nepalese, gradually turning them away from India. Caught between the…

France 24

Macron Seeks Fresh Negotiations On French Government As Fronts Harden

President Emmanuel Macron faced an uphill battle Tuesday to launch fresh talks over a new government in France, with the political left refusing to take part after he rejected their candidate for prime minister.

International Business Times

FRANCE 24 reports from epicentre of Mpox outbreak in eastern DR Congo

In the Democratic Republic of Congo, 3.4% of the 16,700 recorded Mpox cases have died. The government has announced a response and hopes to receive the first vaccine doses this week. But in the meantime, medical teams are tending to more and more infected people, particularly in the east of…

France 24

West Africa’s ‘coup belt’: Did Mali’s 2020 army takeover change the region?

At least 10 coup attempts have been recorded in Central and West Africa since the August 2020 military takeover in Mali.

Al Jazeera

Toncoin Plunges Again As Telegram CEO Arrest Charges Released

TON prices were down once more Monday night as the Paris prosecutor's office released multiple charges against Telegram CEO Pavel Durov, and French President Emmanuel Macron denied allegations that Durov's arrest had a "political" aspect to it.

International Business Times

Khudadadi fights for Refugee Team at Paralympics after escaping Taliban

The taekwondo fighter, now living in France, goes for gold in Paris three years after competing for Afghanistan

The Guardian - UK

Clara Burel stages impressive comeback to defeat Sloane Stephens at US Open

Clara Burel of France overcame a challenging start to defeat 2017 champion Sloane Stephens 0-6, 7-5, 7-5 in the first round of the US Open on Monday. The match, held during the opening night session on Arthur Ashe Stadium, saw Burel recovering after a shaky first set to secure her…

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Leaving the herd behind on a family trip in the peaceful southern French Alps

Rugged scenery, an insight into shepherds’ culture, delicious food and remote mountain stays make for a memorable few days hiking in France

Radio France Internationale

Macron rules out left-wing government for France, political deadlock continues

French President Emmanuel Macron has ruled out naming a left-wing government and said he will start yet another round of consultations with parties, prolonging the political deadlock following this summer’s snap elections.

Al Jazeera

UAE weighs in on Telegram CEO Pavel Durov’s detention by France

United Arab Emirates calls on France to provide ‘all consular services’ to Durov, says care of citizens a ‘priority’.

The Independent UK

What is Telegram? What you need to know about messaging app after CEO Pavel Durov banned from leaving France

Telegram founder and CEO Pavel Durov was arrested in Paris over the weekend, accused of enabling illicit activities, including drug trafficking and the distribution of child abuse images on his platform

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Medef summer conference: French business leaders gather under cloud of political uncertainty

As suspense continues over who will become France's next prime minister, the country's largest employer federation, Medef, kicked off its annual "back to school" conference on the theme of ''power''. The US presidential election, regional conflicts and trade tensions are also high on business leaders' minds. FRANCE 24's Yuka Royer…

AAP

Diplomatic ruptures on display at Pacific Islands Forum

France's handling of unrest in New Caledonia has drawn criticism from Pacific leaders in Tonga this week.

Radio France Internationale

Who are the French athletes competing in the Paris Paralympic Games?

France has high hopes for its athletes competing in the Paris Paralympic Games following its strong showing during the Olympics. The goal is for the 236 para athletes to come in eighth in national rankings, with at least 20 gold medals.

The Independent UK

France's Macron says arrest of the head of the Telegram messaging app wasn’t political

French President Emmanuel Macron says the arrest in France of the CEO of the popular messaging app Telegram, Pavel Durov, wasn’t a political move but part of an independent investigation

Fortune

After Pavel Durov's arrest in France, don't hold your breath for that Telegram IPO

Is the Durov case about free speech, or just about letting Telegram become a massive platform for advertising illegal services?

France 24

Lana Del Rey, Kasabian headline Rock en Seine Festival in Paris

On today’s music show on Arts24, Jennifer Ben Brahim takes us backstage at one of France’s biggest music festivals: Rock en Seine. The 20th edition had an impressive lineup including Lana Del Rey, Massive Attack and Kasabian. The Olympics were also front and centre at Rock en Seine this year,…

Fortune

Elon Musk calls for release of Telegram founder Pavel Durov as arrest sparks debate whether X owner may be next

The CEO of right-wing YouTube rival Rumble says France "crossed a line" arresting Durov, while Trump impeachment witness warns Musk should be "nervous."

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