Telegram & Soldier Safety: Russia Shutdown Risk?

This happened within a very short period of time, said the FSB in Moscow, citing “reliable information”. Digital Minister Maksut Shadayev had previously said that Telegram should only be used temporarily in the war zone until Max could replace the service. This is a development of the Russian power apparatus; the national messenger service Max is intended to replace Telegram, WhatsApp and other networks. However, it has been criticized as a surveillance instrument through which people are fed censored content and propaganda.