Russia may lift restrictions on Telegram, as the platform is in talks with Roskomnadzor, the media regulator. Sergey Boyarsky, head of the State Duma’s IT Committee, stated Telegram is only partially removing content deemed illegal by Russian authorities. Restrictions began in February to promote state-produced messaging services. Telegram’s founder, Pavel Durov, compares the situation to Iran’s. These negotiations highlight the tension between free speech and state control, reflecting Russia’s strict digital regulations. A full restoration of Telegram’s services could signal a step towards relaxing information control, but requires compromises from the company.
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