Russia charges Telegram co-founder Pavel Durov
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Pavel Durov
Russia
July 2026
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Russia's Federal Security Service has charged Pavel Durov with facilitating terrorist activities. Durov is currently on Russia's wanted list. His net worth is estimated at $6.6 billion.
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