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The case against “Russia’s Mark Zuckerberg” will have lasting effects

Pavel Durov, founder of Telegram, may face prosecution in France

A collage illustration of Pavel Durov's face in front of a smartphone with a red screen with some blue bars in front of his face and a paper aeroplane in front.
Illustration: Klawe Rzezcy/Getty Images

Editor’s note (August 28th 2024): This article was updated after Pavel Durov’s release from custody.

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