Telegram informed Russian users about the last chance to pay for Premium, while Apple, at the request of the Russian Communications Ministry, removed over 20 VPN apps from the Russian App Store, and the Ministry of Digital Development is considering penalties for their use.

Telegram informed Russian users about the last chance to pay for Premium, while Apple, at the request of the Russian Communications Ministry, removed over 20 VPN apps from the Russian App Store, and the Ministry of Digital Development is considering penalties for their use.

@varlamov_news 04 Apr 2026, 12:00

Pavel Durov commented on the blocking of Telegram in Russia, noting that 65 million Russians continue to use the messenger via VPN despite the authorities' attempts to ban it.

@meduzalive 04 Apr 2026, 07:36

Pavel Durov stated that Telegram will continue to adapt to blockages, as 65 million Russians use it via VPN despite the government's attempts to ban the platform.

@varlamov_news 04 Apr 2026, 05:23