
French authorities removed travel restrictions on Pavel Durov, enabling residence in the UAE and unrestricted travel amid an ongoing criminal probe into Telegram-related activities.
French authorities have lifted the travel ban on Telegram CEO Pavel Durov, arrested in Paris in 2024 during a criminal investigation linked to the platform's alleged misuse. The removal allows Durov to reside in the UAE and travel freely without prior approval. He had previously been released on €5 million bail and denies all allegations. The investigation remains active.