Facebook allows calls for violence against ‘Russian invaders’


Facebook eased its rules regarding violent speech towards Russia and its military, though it draws the line at threats against civilians. — AFP

WASHINGTON: Facebook has temporarily eased its policy on violent speech after Moscow's invasion of Ukraine, allowing statements like “death to Russian invaders” but not credible threats against civilians, the tech giant said on March 10.

Moscow’s internationally condemned attack on its neighbour has provoked unprecedented sanctions from Western governments and businesses, but also a surge of online anger and debates over social media’s role in the war.

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