The Telegram messaging platform has issued what appears to be its first official statement concerning the detention of its CEO, Pavel Durov.
Durov’s status remains unclear, as French authorities have reportedly refused to cooperate with the Russian embassy so far. As Cointelegraph previously reported, authorities in Paris are scheduled to give an official statement on Monday, Aug. 26.
Telegram’s official statement was posted on Aug. 25 at approximately 7:00 pm UTC via the platform’s Telegram News channel. The company expressed its full-throated support for its CEO and wishes for a quick resolution to the situation.
Here is the message in its entirety:
At the time of writing, it remains unclear what exactly Durov has been charged with or if he’s even been placed under arrest. Various reports have indicated that he may have been arrested on charges related to the supposed lack of moderation on the Telegram platform, but facts remain scarce in lieu of official confirmation from the French government or further explanation from Telegram.
