Maduro bans X

Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro has imposed a 10-day ban on the social media platform X (formerly Twitter) after accusing its owner, Elon Musk, of inciting hatred and civil war following the disputed presidential election. Maduro's allegations stem from Musk's comments criticizing the election results, where Maduro was declared the winner amid claims of fraud and international skepticism. The Venezuelan leader stated that X has violated national laws, leading to the suspension, and he has also targeted other platforms like WhatsApp and Instagram for similar reasons. The ban coincides with increased repression against dissent, as the government has launched 'Operation Knock Knock' to arrest critics. Maduro's actions reflect heightened tensions between his regime and international tech companies, while protests against his leadership continue to grow. Musk has responded with mockery, calling Maduro a 'dictator' and expressing support for the opposition.