Telegram Rejects Censorship Request in Romania

Posted: 2025-05-18 21:22:29 UTC

@Pavel Durovdurov

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A Western European government requested Telegram to silence conservative voices in Romania before the presidential elections, but Telegram refused to comply, citing the importance of freedom of speech and fair elections.

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Telegram's refusal to censor political voices

Upholding freedom of speech during elections

Rejection of external interference in democratic processes

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Pressure from a Western European government to silence political voices

Balancing freedom of speech with concerns about election interference

Maintaining neutrality and resisting political influence

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