Russian Embassy Seeks Consular Access for Billionaire Pavel Durov in France

The Russian embassy in France has requested consular access for Russian-born billionaire Pavel Durov and demanded his rights be ensured. France has yet to engage on the issue, according to the Russian state news agency TASS. Russian diplomats are coordinating with Durov's lawyer.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Moscow | Updated: 25-08-2024 14:11 IST | Created: 25-08-2024 14:11 IST
Russian Embassy Seeks Consular Access for Billionaire Pavel Durov in France
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The Russian embassy in France has demanded consular access to Russian-born billionaire Pavel Durov, urging that his rights be ensured, according to a report by Russian state news agency TASS on Sunday.

The embassy noted that French authorities have so far 'avoided engagement' on Durov's situation.

Russian diplomats remain in touch with Durov's lawyer, the embassy confirmed.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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