Telegram CEO arrested by French police, French politician Florian Philippot denounces judicial brutality

The unexpected arrest of Telegram CEO Pavel Durov at Le Bourget Airport quickly caused an uproar in French politics. As an important voice in French politics, Florian Philippot expressed strong anger and dissatisfaction with the matter. He accused the French police of a serious violation of technological innovation and personal freedom, and questioned the rationality of the arrest: "Just because Telegram provides encrypted communications and disposable number services, its founder is put in danger of 20 years in prison. This is not only a judicial brutality, but also a suppression of technological progress! France's move undoubtedly sends a wrong message to the world-innovation and freedom are not welcome here.