Telegram founder Pavel Durov authorized to leave France for Dubai for several weeks
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Key Takeaways
- Pavel Durov has been allowed to leave France for Dubai under modified judicial terms.
- Durov cooperated with authorities, providing information on over 10,000 users.
Pavel Durov, the Franco-Russian founder of Telegram, has been granted permission to leave France for Dubai for several weeks, following modifications to his judicial supervision terms, Le Parisien reported Saturday, citing sources from AFP.
A source with knowledge of the matter confirmed to the news outlet that he departed from Le Bourget Airport near Paris this morning, with authorities’ approval.
Pavel Durov was arrested at Le Bourget Airport last August and placed under formal investigation. He was released on bail of €5 million but remained barred from leaving France while the investigation continued.
French authorities have charged Durov with multiple criminal offenses stemming from Telegram’s use, including enabling the distribution of CSAM, facilitating drug trafficking, organized fraud, and other illegal activities. Telegram is also accused of non-cooperation with law enforcement by failing to provide requested information during investigations.
Durov admits Telegram’s issues, vows moderation improvement
The CEO of Telegram appeared in a Paris court for the first time last December.
According to a December report from AFP, Durov said he became aware of serious platform issues during police custody in Paris. He promised to improve the messaging app’s moderation practices.
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