The founder of the instant messaging platform is on trial in France, and Russia warns against politicization.

Recently, French authorities took legal action against the founder of a well-known instant messaging platform, drawing attention and warnings from Russia. The founder was briefly detained in Paris for allegedly failing to effectively control illegal content on the platform. Although he has been released on bail, he is required to stay within France and report to the police regularly.

The incident has sparked diplomatic reactions. The Russian government stated that if the French government takes politicized actions in handling the case of this dual national, it could be seen as a "political persecution."

A spokesperson for the Russian government pointed out in response to media inquiries that the Russian side acknowledges that this entrepreneur holds Russian nationality and expressed a willingness to provide assistance if necessary. This statement demonstrates Russia's concern regarding international legal matters involving its citizens.

This event highlights the challenges faced by multinational internet companies in content management and legal compliance, as well as the complex relationship between the tech industry and national regulation. At the same time, it also reflects the diplomatic sensitivities that may arise when dealing with legal issues involving citizens of multiple countries.

As the case progresses, all parties will closely follow the subsequent actions of the French judicial authorities and the potential impact this may have on international internet governance and cross-border legal cooperation.