Nah, let's not jump into conclusions. Russia wants to ban Telegram, the reasons are their own (not providing CALEA-like access to communication network proven

Nah, let's not jump into conclusions. Russia wants to ban Telegram, the reasons are their own (not providing CALEA-like access to communication network proven to be used by terrorists is a biggie). They do not have any mean to block just Telegram in the Apple Appstore, but they do have the means to block entire Appstore. Anyone would go for minimal impact: ask Apple to cooperate; if they do, fine. If they don't, pull the nearest gun that achieves the result. Whenther some random Ivan uses iPhone or not, nobody really cares.