Telegram founder Pavel Durov detained in France over multiple legal charges.

The French judiciary has decided to extend the detention of Pavel Durov, the founder of a well-known messaging app. Durov was detained at Le Bourget Airport in Paris this Saturday due to his alleged involvement in illegal activities related to the application he developed.

The authorities' investigation into Durov involves multiple charges, including fraud, drug trafficking, organized crime, spreading terrorism-related information, and cyberbullying. Under French law, this detention may last up to 96 hours. At the end of this period, the judge will need to decide whether to release Durov or to formally charge him.

Regarding this incident, the company founded by Durov issued a statement. The company stated that their platform has always strictly complied with relevant laws and regulations of the European Union. The statement also emphasized that Durov himself "has nothing to hide" and expressed a desire to resolve this issue as soon as possible.

This incident has sparked discussions about the boundaries of responsibility for technology companies and how to strike a balance between protecting user privacy and preventing platform abuse. As the investigation deepens, this case may have far-reaching implications for the global instant messaging industry.