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Telegram still not complying with Russian law, Russian regulator says

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Posted on March 18, 2026

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· Last updated: April 1, 2026

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MOSCOW, March 18 (Reuters) - Telegram messaging app is still not complying with Russian laws, the state communications regulator Roskomnadzor said on Wednesday, according to state‑run news agency RIA.

Telegram Remains Non-Compliant with Russian Law, Regulator Reports

Ongoing Dispute Between Telegram and Russian Authorities

Regulator's Statement on Telegram's Compliance

Accusations Against Telegram

Alleged Use for Illegal and Extremist Content

Russian authorities have repeatedly accused Telegram, one of the most popular messaging apps in Russia, of allowing itself to be used as a platform for illegal and extremist content.

Telegram's Response to Allegations

Rejection of Charges

Telegram rejects the charges and has accused Russia of trying to throttle its services in order to force people to switch to a state-run app called MAX.

Alternative State-Run App: MAX

(Reporting by ReutersWriting by Maxim Rodionov; editing by Guy Faulconbridge)

Key Takeaways

Roskomnadzor confirmed it will maintain and escalate restrictions on Telegram for non‑compliance with laws governing fraud, extremist content and data protection. (themoscowtimes.com)
Telegram’s founder Pavel Durov criticized the move as authoritarian and argued the Kremlin seeks to force users onto the state‑controlled MAX platform. (techradar.com)
Russia continues to push its home‑grown MAX app by pre‑installing it on devices and sidelining encrypted foreign platforms to consolidate digital control. (cyberinsider.com)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What has the Russian communications regulator said about Telegram?

Roskomnadzor stated that Telegram is still not complying with Russian laws.

Why are Russian authorities concerned about Telegram?

Authorities accuse Telegram of being used for illegal and extremist content.

How has Telegram responded to the accusations by Russian authorities?

Telegram rejects the charges and accuses Russia of trying to throttle its services.

What platform has Russia promoted as an alternative to Telegram?

Russian authorities are promoting a state-run messaging app called MAX.

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Telegram still not complying with Russian law, Russian regulator says

Telegram Remains Non-Compliant with Russian Law, Regulator Reports

Ongoing Dispute Between Telegram and Russian Authorities