The proposed ban will be implemented if Telegram is found to be operating as an opaque network. Citing uncertainty regarding the location of Messenger’s assets, Yurchyshyn emphasized that Telegram’s ownership structure should be disclosed at the request of the National Council for Television and Radio Broadcasting.
Yurchyshyn emphasized the importance of enabling citizens to make informed decisions about using Telegram and argued that accepting the messenger’s transparency will allow people to make informed choices.
Telegram will be held in Ukraine
The debate around a potential Telegram ban stems from national security concerns. The head of GUR has previously expressed concerns about Telegram’s impact on Ukraine’s security environment, citing its potential as a channel for the dissemination of unauthorized information.
Alongside warnings against excessive restrictions is the importance of protecting freedom of expression. For example, Budanov also noted the ease with which people can create channels to share various content on Telegram and called for a balanced approach to this issue.
The proposal to ban local authorities is the first major step towards regulating Telegram’s selective blocking, which has been fueled by concerns about the platform’s transparency as well as doubts about its accountability and cooperation with the FSB.
Source: 24 Tv
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