Facebook Censors BDP Again

Facebook closed down the page of Peace and Democracy Party (BDP) General Headquarters. 5 days ago, the social network also closed down the page of BDP Istanbul Administration. 

“Facebook’s censor policy on our party is similar to the oppression policies in the political field,” BDP said in a statement. 

Facebook reportedly reasoned the closure with the word “Kurdistan” in the page content.

BDP officials then said they spoke with Facebook Europe Director Richard Allan who said that the close was due to several factors. They added that Facebook is to return to their inquiries in 24-36 hours. 

BDP’s statement continued as follows: 

“Facebook, as it appeared on the media, allowed video and image content where heads were chopped, saying that such content could not be banned for condemning purposes. They chose to allow this content and left a black stain in the history of social media. While Facebook allowed inhumane content, it was unable to tolerate the word ‘Kurdistan’. This is the result of intolerance against Kurdish people and their values.  

“Instead of respecting universal media principals and press freedom criteria, Facebook tends to have a pro-censor, oppressive mentality in Turkey. Facebook’s attitude is such a shame for social media in general.” (ÇT/BM)

* Click here to read the original article in Turkish.