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Telegram was used as a recruitment tool for alleged terrorist acts.

1 report, 1 independent Updated Sep 26
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Telegram was used as a recruitment tool for alleged terrorist acts.

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  1. A study links digital media to radicalization, confirming Telegram is used as a main recruiting channel for extremist groups in Kenya.Sub-event
  2. Telegram used for terrorist recruitment.1 source

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