Archive · 12 Dec 2025

Pakistan Threatens Ban on Social Media Platforms

Pakistan Threatens Ban on Social Media Platforms

Pakistan's government has warned social media platforms like X (formerly Twitter) that they might be banned if they don't follow the country's rules.

The government says X is not helping enough and is being unfair.

They mentioned that Brazil also banned X because it didn't follow their rules.

The government wants these platforms to open offices in Pakistan and remove harmful content.

They are also looking into posts made from the account of Imran Khan, who is in prison.

The government is serious and might take action if the platforms don't listen.

Some people think X has double standards because it quickly removes posts about Palestine but not other harmful content.

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