Pakistan Blocks Social Media Platform X Over ‘Misuse’ Concerns

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Published: April 17,2024 04:55 PM
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The confirmation came from Pakistan's Interior Ministry which mentioned the shutdown in a written court submission

April 17, 2024: Pakistan on Wednesday announced temporary shutdown of social media platform X over concerns about potential misuse.



The confirmation came from Pakistan's interior ministry which mentioned the shutdown in a written court submission on Wednesday.



Social media users in Pakistan was facing difficulties in accessing the platform since mid-February when jailed former Prime Minister Imran Khan's party called for nationwide protests against alleged rigging in general elections.



However, the Pakistan High Court said the government must restore X within one week after more than two months of disruption.