Year Anniversary of Pavel Durov’s Arrest Highlights French Investigation Stalemate

Telegram CEO Pavel Durov faces continued judicial supervision one year after his arrest in France, raising questions about the investigation’s progress and platform liability. Despite a lack of evidence indicating wrongdoing, Durov continues to be required to report to French authorities every two weeks. The case has sparked strong reactions from rights groups, industry leaders, and even French President Emmanuel Macron, who publicly defended France’s commitment to freedom of expression and the rule of law in the digital sphere.