Telegram Harm Reduction for Users in Russia and Ukraine

Russians and Ukrainians are both prolific users of Telegram. They rely on the app for channels that act as newsfeeds, group chats (both public and private), and one-to-one communication. Since the Russian invasion of Ukraine, Telegram has remained an important lifeline for both Russians and Ukrainians, as a way of staying aware of the latest news and keeping in touch with loved ones. 

Telegram has gained a reputation as the “secure” communications app in the post-Soviet states, but whenever you …

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