The Open Network (TON) Society, representing the TON blockchain community, issued an open letter to French authorities following the arrest of Telegram founder Pavel Durov on August 24, 2024, at Le Bourget Airport. The letter condemned the arrest as a violation of fundamental human rights, specifically the right to free speech, and called for international organisations, such as the United Nations and the European Union, to intervene. The Society also emphasised that Telegram’s content moderation complies with European laws, including the Digital Services Act, challenging claims that the platform enables illegal activities. Durov’s arrest has sparked widespread backlash, with prominent figures like Elon Musk and Vitalik Buterin expressing concerns over the implications for freedom of expression. French authorities extended Durov's detention to investigate claims involving illegal use of the platform, although President Macron has denied any political motivations behind the arrest. The case has amplified ongoing debates about encryption, privacy, and state censorship in tech platforms.