Telegram founder Pavel Durov says Iranian government's ban backfired

Telegram founder Pavel Durov stated that the Iranian government's ban on the messaging app has backfired, leading to increased usage among Iranians. He noted that the ban has prompted many users to seek out alternative methods to access the platform, resulting in a surge in VPN usage. Durov emphasized that the Iranian government's attempts to control communication have only strengthened the resolve of the people to use Telegram. He also highlighted the app's role in facilitating free speech and communication in the face of government censorship.

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