Russia's internet watchdog, Roskomnadzor, is throttling Telegram for alleged legal violations as part of a broader effort to control online services and promote a state-backed competitor, Max. Critics argue this is an attempt to increase surveillance and control dissent amid the Ukraine war. Telegram remains popular in Russia, but users reported slower traffic following the announcement. Pavel Durov, Telegram's founder, has faced conflicts with Russian authorities and was previously detained in France over alleged criminal activity. Teljes cikk (Euronews.com)