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Facebook shuts down Myanmar army 'True News' page

Facebook shuts down Myanmar army 'True News' page

13 Sept 19:44 Key points summarised by AI
  • Facebook removed the Myanmar junta's "True News" information page for repeatedly violating Community Standards by inciting violence and coordinating harm.
  • The page was utilized by the military to disseminate its narrative, including claims of voter fraud in the recent election and warnings to the ongoing protest movement.
  • This action aligns with Facebook's previous bans on army-linked pages and military leaders, following criticism for its handling of malicious content, particularly against the Rohingya minority.
  • The shutdown occurs amid widespread protests against the February 1 military coup and escalating violence from security forces, which recently resulted in two deaths in Mandalay.
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