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- Russia plans to fully block the Telegram messaging app starting April 1 after earlier restrictions on social media.
- Roskomnadzor says Telegram violates Russian law by failing to protect personal data and combat fraud.
- Telegram founder Pavel Durov argues the ban aims to push users to MAX, a state-controlled app similar to China's WeChat.
- Critics, including Amnesty International, warn that the actions undermine free communication.
