The TON Community rallied in support for Mr. Durov and the Telegram team in light of recent news.
"Pavel is a symbol of the values upon which our community is built. We are confident that his commitment to freedom of speech and a decentralized internet will continue to inspire millions of people around the world."
They also urged everyone to remain calm and united.
Here’s what we know at this time:
- The Paris Prosecutor's Office, which has taken over the case of Telegram founder Pavel Durov, plans to make a press statement on Monday, August 26th.
- Edward Snowden stated that Durov's arrest is an infringement on the human right to freedom of speech, and he is dismayed that Macron has descended to "taking hostages".
- Vitalik Buterin believes that the situation with the detention of Telegram founder Pavel Durov in France is alarming for the future of software and communication freedom in Europe.
- Elon Musk has supported Durov following his arrest.
- Durov is detained in France at the request of the USA, according to Russian Senator Klimov. According to the senator, the US operates on the principle of "if you are not with us, you are against us."
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