An investigation based on Twitter's internal files shows the social media platform helped the US military amplify its online propaganda campaigns about its activities in West Asia.

The swift move by Iran’s Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) to seize the two Greek oil tankers in the Persian Gulf, unanticipated by many, has created a tremendous buzz on social media.

While it would be unfair to whitewash excesses committed by some fringe elements against Afghan refugees in Iran, it is sheer hyperbole to suggest that Afghan refugees in Iran are in any manner being exploited or terrorized.

The exasperation displayed by American officials at Maduro’s sweeping victory, which is reflected in media reports as well, comes after the strategy of supporting the unpopular, far-right leader Juan Guaidó backfired badly.

The social network, called GETTR, features extremist material, including graphic videos of beheadings and viral memes that promote violence against the West.

An online debate erupts on social media over a historical territorial dispute between Bahrain and Qatar.

Home Secretary Priti Patel has vented her frustration at social media companies as illegal cross-channel migration continues to intensify.

Hooman Abedi Press TV, Tehran

The investment by the KSA in social media, initially viewed as a sign of freedom of expression, speedily turned into a tool to promote the official narrative while repressing dissent.

Facebook shut down Press TV’s page without prior warning, giving no explanation or right of appeal, citing failure to “follow Facebook Community Standards” without stating exactly which standard Press TV had allegedly failed to follow.