09 Jun 2025
1h 14m

Pavel Durov Speaks Out for the First Time Since His Politically-Motivated Arrest in France

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The Tucker Carlson Show

Tucker Carlson interviews Pavel Durov, the founder of Telegram, about his experience being detained in France. Durov recounts being arrested at the airport in Paris, held for four days, and questioned about Telegram's compliance with French legal requests. He explains the confusion surrounding the arrest, as Telegram already complies with European law regarding the disclosure of data in criminal investigations. Carlson and Durov discuss the implications of this event, the potential motivations behind it, and the broader issues of government overreach, encryption, and privacy. Durov also shares his personal background, his decision to leave Russia, and his concerns about the future of freedom and privacy in Europe.

Outlines

Part 1: Arrest and Initial Confusion

Part 2: Motives and Investigation

Part 3: Privacy and Future Outlook

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