UAE calls on France to provide immediate consular support for Telegram CEO Pavel Durov

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has requested consular services for Telegram CEO Pavel Durov following his arrest in Paris for alleged cyber crimes. France is investigating Durov for enabling illegal activities through Telegram. Russia similarly tried to protect Durov’s rights, but France was described as uncooperative. Telegram denies any wrongdoing, defending its moderation practices (…)