Arrest of Telegram CEO Sparks Debate on Free Speech and Government Overreach

Pavel Durov's detention raises questions about the balance between national security and individual liberty in Western democracies.

French authorities arrested Telegram CEO Pavel Durov on charges related to criminal activities on his platform.
The arrest has ignited discussions on the selective application of liability laws to social media giants.
Critics argue that the move reflects increasing government efforts to control digital spaces and curtail free speech.
Comparisons are being drawn between Western and authoritarian approaches to internet regulation.
The case is expected to have significant political and philosophical implications for the future of online freedoms.