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Pavel Durov - the founder of Telegram, could be released from French detention as early as tomorrow. Here is a simple summary of what is happening!
**WHAT HAPPENED:**
ā£ **Arrest** - Durov was arrested on August 24 in France. He has been in preventive detention since then, which means he is being held solely to ensure he does not interfere with the investigation.
ā£ **Duration of Detention** - Under French law, he can only be held in preventive detention for a maximum of 96 hours. This period ends tomorrow, August 28. If no new charges are filed, he could then be released.
ā£ **Current Situation**
No charges yet - Durov has not yet been formally charged with any crime. The current detention is just a precautionary measure while the investigation continues.
ā£ **Investigation** - French authorities are still examining the case. They are trying to determine if there is enough evidence to charge Durov or if he should be released.
ā£ **Charges**
Serious claims - Durov is accused of 12 different crimes. These include serious charges such as money laundering and aiding criminal activities. If these charges are proven, he could face up to 20 years in prison.
ā£ **Legal Issues** - One of the main accusations is that Telegram did not cooperate with legal requests, particularly in cases involving illegal content on the platform.
ā£ **Political Context**
No political influence - French President Macron has made it clear that this case is not a political matter. It is purely a legal issue being handled by the French judicial system.
ā£ **To Watch**
Possibility of release - If no other charges are brought against Durov by the end of his detention period, he could be released tomorrow. However, the situation is still uncertain as the investigation is ongoing.
I will keep an eye on this case and provide updates as more information becomes available. Stay tuned for more information š¤š„
