Telegram founder Pavel Durov to face investigation over criminal activity allegations
Telegram described the allegations as 'absurd' while Russian officials labelled Mr Durov's arrest as politically motivated. Mr Durov is now under investigation but that may not lead to final charges nor a trial.
Wednesday 28 August 2024 22:02, UK
Pavel Durov, the chief executive of Telegram, is to face further investigation over allegations he allowed criminal activity on the messaging app.