Pavel Durov: French authorities issue preliminary charges against Telegram boss He has been barred from leaving France while investigations are carried out Evening Standard · Aug 28, 2024
Trump was treated like a ‘chump’ by foreign dictators who took advantage of him, former top aide says HR McMaster writes that former president’s ‘anxieties and insecurities rendered him vulnerable’ The Independent UK · Aug 28, 2024
Russian fighter jet downed over eastern Ukraine as oil depot set ablaze The skirmishes come as Ukraine claimed to be continuing its advance into Russia after shock incursion The Independent UK · Aug 28, 2024
Drug dealers to Putin critics: Behind Pavel Durov’s rare Telegram audience Arrested in France, the Telegram boss has found widespread support that mirrors his app’s popularity across groups. Al Jazeera · Aug 28, 2024
Ukraine intent on retaining captured Russian territory, US intel official says Ukrainian forces are intent on retaining the territory in Russia’s Kursk region they seized in their incursion for “some period of time” and any Russian counteroffensive will be a difficult fight, Deputy CIA Director David Cohen said on Wednesday. The announcement came after the Kremlin dismissed talk by Ukrainian President… France 24 · Aug 28, 2024
French prosecutors set to charge or release Telegram CEO Pavel Durov as his custody order expires French prosecutors are expected to charge or release the CEO of the popular messaging app Telegram, Pavel Durov, after his police custody order expires on Wednesday The Independent UK · Aug 28, 2024
Free speech and ‘homeland’: Moscow's ‘opportunistic’ response to Telegram boss Durov’s arrest Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov on Tuesday said relations with France are at their “lowest” level following the arrest of Telegram CEO Pavel Durov at an airport outside Paris on Saturday. The arrest has prompted a stream of condemnations from those in power in Russia – even though the Kremlin… France 24 · Aug 27, 2024
Telegram founder’s arrest could have far-reaching impact on Russia Response across political spectrum to Pavel Durov’s arrest highlights unique place messaging app has in Russian society The Guardian - UK · Aug 27, 2024
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 · Aug 27, 2024
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 · Aug 27, 2024
Russia launches another wave of missiles and drones at Ukraine Russia pounds its neighbour with deadly strikes for a second day in a row as Kyiv deploys air defence systems overnight. Al Jazeera · Aug 27, 2024
At least five dead as Russia targets Ukraine in second day of massive strikes Kyiv region's air defence systems were deployed several times overnight to repel missiles and drones targeting the Ukrainian capital Evening Standard · Aug 27, 2024
‘I just feel pain’: Pokrovsk packs up as Russian invaders close in Lives are being bundled into bags after Ukrainian officials gave people in the city two weeks to leave The Guardian - UK · Aug 27, 2024
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 The Independent UK · Aug 26, 2024
The Guardian - US · Aug 26, 2024 Telegram founder arrest part of cybercrime inquiry, say prosecutors Investigation into Pavel Durov relates to app’s alleged failure to stop spread of child sexual abuse material
The Guardian - UK · Aug 26, 2024 Arresting Telegram’s Pavel Durov could be a smart move. Tech bosses care more about themselves than you He has been praised for refusing to share data with the Kremlin. But if targeting CEOs worries Musk, Zuckerberg et al, so be it, says tech writer Chris Stokel-Walker
The Conversation · Aug 26, 2024 From Kursk to Kursk: Putin’s attempt to project an image as Russia’s ‘protector’ has been punctured throughout his 25 years in power In the quarter-century of Vladimir Putin’s rule – he has served as prime minister or president since August 1999 – the former KGB man has attempted to sell to the public the image of strongman, savior and defender of the Russian people.
The Guardian - UK · Aug 25, 2024 Authorities extend detention of Telegram app founder Pavel Durov after Paris arrest Russian-born billionaire said to have ‘miscalculated’ by visiting France during inquiry into crime on his platform
The Guardian - UK · Aug 24, 2024 Let us show Putin we have ability to hit targets deep inside Russia, Ukraine urges west Kyiv wants to launch Anglo-French Storm Shadow missiles at Russia’s heartlands as ‘demonstration’ attacks
International Business Times · Aug 24, 2024 Zelensky Vows More 'Retribution' For Russia As POWs Exchanged President Volodymyr Zelensky vowed more "retribution" against Russia on Ukrainian Independence Day Saturday, as Kyiv and Moscow announced the exchange of 230 prisoners just over two weeks into Ukraine's surprise offensive on Kursk.
The Independent UK · Aug 23, 2024 Putin manipulated Trump’s ego and insecurities with flattery, former security adviser claims Former US national security advisor HR McMaster claims in new book that Russian leader had hold over former US president
International Business Times · Aug 23, 2024 Indian PM Modi To Advocate 'Peace' On Historic Ukraine Visit Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi was set to meet Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky in Kyiv on Friday, a historic visit in which he is expected to push a settlement to end the war with Russia.
International Business Times · Aug 22, 2024 'I Love Him': Flag-waving Russians Rally For Pro-Putin Pop Star Thousands of flag-waving Russians gathered for a concert by pro-Kremlin pop star Shaman on Thursday, one of many events authorities hope will rally patriotism almost two-and-a-half years into the Ukraine conflict.
Top News · Aug 22, 2024 Kremlin Downplays Ukraine Invasion Into Kursk Region Kremlin downplays Ukraine's invasion into Kursk as Zelenskyy creates buffer zone against Russian attacks. Analysis on war strategies and concerns over Russ...
International Business Times · Aug 22, 2024 A Divide Opens In Ukraine Over Giving Up Land For Peace Below the bombed university building in east Ukraine where she once worked, Olga Borodich conceded she would be ready to give up Ukrainian territory to end the war with Russia.