Official statements from the Venezuelan government or CONATEL

Venezuela's Maduro Signs Decree Banning X for 10 Days Amid Post-Election Violence

Aug 9, 2024, 12:47 AM

Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro has signed a decree ordering a 10-day ban on the social media platform X, formerly known as Twitter, across the country. The decision was announced in a televised address where Maduro instructed the National Telecommunications Commission (CONATEL) to enforce the ban. The move comes amid claims by Maduro that Elon Musk, the owner of X, is involved in the country's unrest following a contested election and post-election violence. Maduro has suggested that Venezuelans use alternative platforms such as Telegram and WeChat during the ban. The decree aims to curb the spread of information and mobilization efforts through social media channels.