Malaysia PM Slams Meta Over Removal of Hamas Video

Malaysia Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim criticized Meta Platforms for removing his Facebook post on the assassination of Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh. In a Muslim-majority nation supporting Palestinian causes, Anwar voiced his displeasure calling Meta's action cowardly. Haniyeh's assassination in Iran intensifies concerns of a broader Middle East conflict.

Malaysia's Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has called out Meta Platforms for 'cowardice' after the removal of his Facebook post regarding the assassination of Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh. The video, featuring Anwar's phone call to offer condolences, was pulled down, sparking another conflict between the Malaysian government and Meta.

Haniyeh's assassination, which occurred in Iran on Wednesday, has intensified fears that the Gaza conflict may escalate into a larger Middle East war. Anwar, who has met Haniyeh politically but maintains no military ties, denounced Meta's action.

In response, Meta stated its policies label Hamas as a 'dangerous organization,' which justifies content bans praising the group. Malaysia, a long-time advocate of a two-state solution, has clashed with Meta previously over content takedowns, leading to restored media coverage after appeals.

(With inputs from agencies.)