Meta, the parent company of Instagram and Facebook, has taken the step of removing accounts associated with Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. This move comes after criticism of Khamenei's support for Hamas following the group's attack on Israel on October 7th, which sparked the ongoing conflict in the Gaza Strip.
When asked about the decision, Meta, headquartered in Menlo Park, California, did not provide specific reasons. However, the company cited its policy on Dangerous Organizations and Individuals as the basis for removing the accounts. According to this policy, entities or individuals engaged in violence or promoting a violent mission are not allowed a presence on Meta platforms. This includes those designated as terrorists by the United States government.
