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Telegram Emerges as Key Job Search Platform in 2026

Job hunting in 2026 has evolved beyond traditional vacancy websites. Telegram has become one of the primary platforms for recruiting specialists in marketing, sales, and digital fields. Recruiters report that over 60% of marketing, SMM, sales, and digital vacancies first appear directly on Telegram channels and groups. The appeal lies in its speed: employers seek […]

Telegram Underplays User Numbers to Dodge Stricter EU Rules

Telegram is deliberately downplaying its user figures to avoid triggering stricter EU regulations, according to documents obtained by investigative outlet Follow the Money. The messaging service faces mounting pressure from European regulators, which could require hiring thousands of content moderators to combat illegal content if classified as a “very large online platform.” By keeping reported […]

Telegram Becomes Most Downloaded Android App in the Kingdom

Telegram has become the most downloaded Android application in the Kingdom at the start of the New Year, signalling the country’s rapidly evolving digital landscape and the app’s rising influence in daily communication. According to the latest figures from digital intelligence platform Similarweb, the messenger outperformed several long-established apps, reinforcing its expanding role in messaging, […]

Samara Governor Launches Official Telegram Channel

Samara Region Governor Vyacheslav Fedorishchev has launched an official Telegram channel “Fedorishchev. Official” (@fedorishchev_official) to combat fake accounts impersonating him. These fraudulent profiles frequently appear on the messenger for provocative purposes or scams. The channel will be managed by the governor’s press service, publishing updates on Fedorishchev’s activities and the Samara Region government’s work. The […]

Roskomnadzor Keeps Slowing Telegram Over Delay in Blocking Anonymous Channels

A source in the telecom industry has linked Telegram’s recent performance issues in Russia to targeted measures by Roskomnadzor, stressing that these are selective slowdowns rather than a full ban. The source told the Moscow 24 channel that the regulator continues to throttle the messenger because of what it sees as Telegram’s insufficiently prompt blocking […]

No Total Telegram Ban Expected in Russia, Say Officials

Russian authorities are downplaying fears of a full Telegram shutdown, stressing that users in the country will not be left without access to the messenger. The media regulator Roskomnadzor has denied introducing any new nationwide restrictions on Telegram, even though outages and slowdowns have been occurring periodically. Earlier, Moscow media reported that the service had […]

Russian Lawmaker Sees Low Risk of Full Telegram Ban

A full blocking of Telegram in Russia is not being considered because the messenger has established effective working relations with state authorities, according to Andrei Svintsov, Deputy Chairman of the State Duma Committee on Information Policy, Information Technologies and Communications. He made the comment on January 15 when asked about Telegram’s prospects amid discussions on […]

Not All Russian Agencies Have Fully Moved from Telegram to Max

Not all official agencies in Russia have fully abandoned Telegram in favour of the national messenger Max. In early January 2026, several regional branches of the Emergencies Ministry (EMERCOM) announced they were closing their Telegram channels due to a complete “move” to Max, but later returned to the familiar platform. Regional offices in Dagestan, Sverdlovsk, […]

Telegram Suffers Major Outage in Moscow and Surrounding Region

On the morning of January 13, Telegram users in Moscow and the surrounding region experienced a major service disruption. Starting around 08:47 Moscow time, the monitoring service DownDetector recorded a sharp spike in complaints about the messenger’s performance.​ Thousands of people across Russia reported being unable to use key Telegram functions essential for everyday communication […]

Telegram Bloggers Earn Over $57 Million via Yandex Ads

In Kazakhstan, as in many other countries, content monetisation on social networks is no longer reserved for major media brands. New data indicate that Telegram channel authors can now earn substantial income from their content without personally searching for advertisers or handling negotiations. Since monetisation through Yandex Ads launched in 2023, partners of the Yandex […]

    SHOT

    SHOT

    This Telegram channel is one of the most influential and frequently cited news channels in Russia. Its content mainly covers breaking news reports, tracking of hot topics, and various social, political, and military news, emphasizing fast and authoritative information dissemination. It is widely referenced and has strong news communication power…
    Russian War
    Voenacher – Повёрнутые на войне

    Voenacher – Повёрнутые на войне

    This Telegram channel is primarily one of the channels related to the Russian Wagner Group and its affiliated paramilitary organizations. The channel’s content mostly involves military conflicts, battlefield reports, activities of the Wagner Group, and related political and military information. The content published usually includes firsthand battlefield videos, images, and…
    Channel Russian
    MrTahlilgar آقای تحلیلگر

    MrTahlilgar آقای تحلیلگر

    MrTahlilgar is a Telegram channel focused on military analysis and Iranian defense developments. It covers war news, weapon evaluations, tactical and strategic analyses, and in-depth interpretations of regional security situations.  The channel offers a professional perspective on military technology and battlefield dynamics, suitable for users interested in military science and…
    Channel War
    Masaf | مؤسسه مصاف

    Masaf | مؤسسه مصاف

    Masaf is an Iran-focused Telegram channel centered on geopolitics, military affairs, and ideological topics. It mainly shares news, in-depth analysis, and commentary on conflicts in the Middle East and worldwide, covering war developments, international relations, and strategic policies.  The content often reflects a strong political stance aligned with Iran and…
    Channel War
    BisimchiMedia بیسیمچی مدیا

    BisimchiMedia بیسیمچی مدیا

    Bisimchi Media is a prominent Iran-focused Telegram channel, specializing in war, military affairs, and regional political news. The channel primarily features updates related to the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC), battlefield videos, propaganda clips, and expert commentary, covering major conflicts and security developments in Iran and the broader Middle East. …
    Channel War
    OsintTV

    OsintTV

    OsintTV is a Telegram channel focused on international diplomacy, geopolitics, and aviation, primarily sharing analysis and updates based on open-source intelligence (OSINT). The channel covers a wide range of topics, including military conflicts and political developments across multiple countries, without explicitly declaring allegiance to any particular nation or side. Based…
    War Channel
    MEGHUPDATES

    MEGHUPDATES

    MeghUpdates is a Telegram channel with over 62,000 subscribers, targeting audiences in India and worldwide by rapidly delivering major news headlines. The channel covers politics, diplomacy, defense, economy, conflicts, and wars, with a particular focus on India-Pakistan tensions and regional security. It frequently shares official Indian government and military statements,…
    Channel English
    Defence Squad

    Defence Squad

    Defence Squad is an official Telegram channel focused on Indian military updates and security affairs, delivering the latest information on Indian Armed Forces operations, counter-terrorism efforts, and regional security situations. The channel shares content in text, images, and videos, covering military actions and strategic deployments along the India-Pakistan border and…
    Channel English
    Ansarallah_MC – المركز الإعلامي لأنصار الل

    Ansarallah_MC – المركز الإعلامي لأنصار الل

    AnsarAllahMC is the official media Telegram channel of Yemen’s Houthi movement (Ansar Allah). It primarily shares war reports, political statements, and propaganda related to the group’s military operations, attacks against the Saudi-led coalition, political positions, and leadership speeches. The channel clearly supports the Houthi perspective, emphasizing their “just resistance” against…
    Channel Arabic
    Hezbollah حزب الله الإلكتروني

    Hezbollah حزب الله الإلكتروني

    Electrohizbullah is a Telegram channel affiliated with Lebanon’s Hezbollah, focusing on the group’s military operations, political statements, and post-conflict propaganda. The channel actively participates in Hezbollah’s “victory campaign” following the 2023–2024 Lebanon-Israel conflict, emphasizing the group’s resilience and achievements, portraying itself as Lebanon’s defender. The content strongly supports Hezbollah and…
    Channel Arabic
    GAZA NOW

    GAZA NOW

    Gaza Alan PA is an English-language Telegram channel focused on news and developments related to Gaza and the Palestinian conflict. The channel is considered aligned with Hamas and its supporters, emphasizing Israel’s “daily terrorism” against Palestinians and highlighting Palestinian resistance efforts. It aims to expose the impact and harm of…
    War Channel
    Resistance News Network

    Resistance News Network

    PalestineResist (Resistance News Network, RNN) is a Telegram channel focused on live updates from the ground in Palestine, especially highlighting statements and activities of armed resistance groups. It shares official statements from groups like the Popular Front for the Liberation of Palestine (PFLP), and regional actors such as the Syrian…
    Channel English
    Behold Israel with Amir Tsarfati

    Behold Israel with Amir Tsarfati

    Behold Israel is a Telegram channel run by Israeli news commentator and founder of Behold Israel, Amir Tsarfati, with over 610,000 subscribers. The channel focuses on current events and analysis in the Middle East, especially Israel and its neighboring countries’ political and military developments. The content clearly supports the Israeli…
    Channel English
    IRNA – Islamic Republic News Agency

    IRNA – Islamic Republic News Agency

    IRNA News Agency is Iran’s official state news agency, established in 1934, serving as a primary government news outlet. Its English Telegram channel @Irna_en, with around 14,000 subscribers, mainly shares news on Iranian domestic and international politics, diplomacy, and military affairs, with a strong focus on Middle Eastern conflicts and…
    War Channel
    WarGonzo

    WarGonzo

    WarGonzo is a Russian-language Telegram channel run by journalist and military blogger Semyon Pegov, with over 940,000 subscribers. It is known for its real-time frontline coverage of the Russia-Ukraine war, including combat videos, soldier life, military operations, and political commentary. WarGonzo attracts a large audience with its grassroots reporting style…
    Channel Russian
    Старше Эдды – Vysoky Govorit

    Старше Эдды – Vysoky Govorit

    Vysoky Govorit is a Russian-language Telegram channel categorized among the so-called “Z-channels,” which hold significant influence in Russia’s social media landscape, especially in covering the Russia-Ukraine war and related political events. The channel primarily presents content from the Russian official perspective, sharing military updates, political commentary, and propaganda materials that…
    Channel Russian
    AFU StratCom

    AFU StratCom

    AFU StratCom is the official Telegram channel of the Strategic Communications Department of the Armed Forces of Ukraine. It provides authoritative updates on military operations, frontline developments, official statements, and strategic analyses. The channel aims to inform the public and international community with timely and credible war-related information. The content…
    Channel Ukrainian
    Operativniy ZSU – Оперативний ЗСУ

    Operativniy ZSU – Оперативний ЗСУ

    Operativniy ZSU is a Telegram channel focused on the Armed Forces of Ukraine, providing up-to-date reports on military operations, strikes by aviation, rocket troops, and artillery, as well as frontline combat developments and official statements. The channel covers detailed battlefield updates and official news from Ukrainian military and local authorities.…
    Channel Ukrainian
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