If you don't like it, host your own messaging service. If you use specifically Telegram expecting total freedom and privacy, you are gullible or ignorant.
Sure, but people should know they are being monitored by the Saudis, and Telegram should not be used for anything sensitive. They pretend to be a secure privacy respecting platform, but they are practicing mass surveillance and censorship.
Per telegrams own info they store the decryption keys. They even state in their TOS They will share info with authorities and "partners" in Dubai. So UAE not Saudis.
I just realized that this instance doesnt show downvotes seperately.. Probably not the best idea to have privacy guides on an instance where you cant easily see if something may be wrong..
I agree with his point on this post so when I saw your comment I went "let's see what the fuss is about." Jesus Christ. Some of those comments are wild.