Telegram CEO defends himself against French charges in first public comments The Associated PressTelegram’s Founder, in First Comments Since Arrest, Defends the App The New York TimesPavel Durov: Telegram founder says France arrest is ‘misguided’ The GuardianDurov says French authorities should have complained to Telegram, not detained him ReutersTelegram chief Durov condemns his arrest, says it stifles innovation The Washington Post