In a recent interview with Tucker Carlson, Telegram CEO Pavel Durov revealed that US security agencies, including the FBI, have been pressuring the messaging app to weaken its encryption and privacy protections. Durov recounted an incident where US agents attempted to recruit a Telegram engineer to gain access to the app's open-source code. He also described personal encounters with FBI agents at airports, who pressured Telegram to implement surveillance-friendly tools.

Durov stressed that these efforts aimed to undermine Telegram's strong encryption. His potential arrest could have significant implications, possibly setting a precedent for how governments interact with tech companies that prioritize user privacy. For more details, watch the full interview on Tucker Carlson's website or YouTube.