Links for opening direct messages to channels do not work

[m-xim]

Checklist

• [x] I am reporting an issue in existing functionality that does not work as intended
• [x] I've searched for existing GitHub issues

Description

Links for opening direct messages to channels do not work. They open the channel itself instead of the internal message thread. Additionally, there is no option to copy the direct message link in channel settings (unlike on Android).

Expected Behavior

The link should open the internal direct message thread as described in API documentation. The “Copy link” button should be available in settings.

Actual Behavior

The link opens the main channel page instead of the direct message thread. The “Copy link” option for direct messages is missing in settings (present on Android).

Steps to Reproduce

1. Open one of the example links: https://t.me/durov?direct, tg://resolve?domain=durov&direct
2. Watch the app’s reaction

Environment

Device: iPad Air

iOS version: 18.7.2

App version: 12.2.1