Meta is banning Russia state media organization from its social media company platforms, alleging that the outlets used deceptive tactics to amplify Moscow’s propaganda.

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Meta said it’s banning Russia state media organizations from its social media platforms, alleging that the outlets used deceptive tactics to amplify Moscow’s propaganda. The announcement drew a rebuke from the Kremlin on Tuesday.

Spread the loveIn a significant move to combat the spread of misinformation and propaganda amid the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, Meta, the parent company of Facebook and Instagram, has announced plans to ban the Russian state-controlled television network RT (formerly known as Russia Today) from its platforms.

The social media company said it decided to ban RT and related news outlets globally "after careful consideration." This article, Facebook parent Meta bans RT from social platforms, was first published at The Desk.