UAE Monitors Arrest of Telegram CEO Durov as French Detention Sparks Global Outrage
The UAE’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs has requested the French government to urgently provide Telegram's CEO with consular services.

The United Arab Emirates said Monday it is closely monitoring developments of Telegram founder and CEO Pavel Durov following his arrest by French authorities on Saturday.

The UAE’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs said it has "submitted a request to the French government to urgently provide him with all consular services," according to a statement.

“Caring for citizens, preserving their interests, and providing them with all necessary support are top priorities for the UAE,” the ministry said

Durov, a Russian-born entrepreneur and Emirati citizen was detained on Saturday at Paris-Le Bourget Airport as part of a judicial investigation initiated last month.