"Malaysia warns TikTok, Meta over alleged blocking of pro-Palestinian content", 26 October 2023

Malaysia's communications minister warned... he could take firm action if social media firms TikTok and Meta (META.O) are blocking pro-Palestinian content on their platforms.

Meta said it was not deliberately suppressing voices on its Facebook platform, after Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil said social media platforms had been accused of restricting content supporting the Palestinians.

"If this issue is ignored, I will not hesitate to take a very firm approach and stance," Fahmi said in a posting on the social media platform X, formerly known as Twitter.

Without elaborating, Fahmi said many parties had urged the government to take firm action against social media platforms that restrict pro-Palestinian content.

A Meta spokesperson said there was "no truth" to the claim.

TikTok did not immediately respond to requests for comment.