Tech giant Meta apologised Tuesday for removing social media posts by Malaysian Prime Minister, Anwar Ibrahim, about the assassination of Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh. The apology came a day after Anwar’s office summoned Meta representatives to seek an explanation on why the leader’s Facebook and Instagram posts about Haniyeh’s death had been removed. Anwar’s posts included a video showing the premier on a phone call with a Hamas official, offering his condolences. Anwar last week accused the tech giant of “cowardice” for removing his posts. Anwar stressed during a visit to Germany in March that Malaysia’s links were with Hamas’ political wing and not with its military arm.

Source: Punch August 06, 2024 14:03 UTC