Macron said that the arrest of Pavel Durov is “in no way a political decision”

"I read false information about France after Pavel Durov's arrest. France is most committed to freedom of speech and communication, innovation and the spirit of entrepreneurship. It will continue to be so. In a State governed by the rule of law, in social networks, as in real life, freedoms are realized within the framework established by law to protect citizens and respect their fundamental rights. Justice must, in full independence, ensure that the law is respected. The arrest of the head of Telegram in France occurred as part of an ongoing judicial investigation. This is by no means a political decision. The decision is made by the judges," the French president said.

Durov is accused of refusing to cooperate on financial and cybercrime issues in Telegram, Reuters reports, citing French police.