A month away from elections, Pakistan clamps down on social media services

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Access to main social media platforms have been restricted in Pakistan as of January 7, 2024, as its jailed former prime minister Imran Khan turned to the online world.

Already delayed by several months, general elections are expected to be held in Pakistan next month, on February 8. However, most senior leaders of Khan’s Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf party (PTI)—himself included—have been prevented from taking part as candidates. Thus, the party decided to launch a massive online campaign to spread its manifesto and raise funds. This decision is the reason why internet access for those in Pakistan got disrupted.

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