Moscow-Sana
The spokeswoman for the Russian Foreign Ministry, Maria Zakharova, stressed the need for social media platforms to adhere to the political content of publications in any country during the election period, which gives citizens the opportunity to express their views.
Zakharova said in an interview with RIA Novosti: “The ban on political content and political advertising on the eve of the elections of a specific country is evidence of a selective and biased approach and a violation of freedom of expression by these platforms,” adding that “there must be laws for such matters and that every country enjoys the same.” Sovereignty by imposing its own laws, and no one has this right from outside.
She added that these laws must be clear and clearly drafted and not be changed from time to time under the pressure of any influential group or political group .. This is a big problem and a solution must be found.
The Russian spokeswoman added: The activities and actions of the internet giants must be subject to specific controls and regulations .. And this matter is currently being dealt with by Russian legislators and the competent authorities. At the same time, there must be some legal approach at the international level that regulates this matter, adding: The giants are ignored Foreigners' Internet of Russian laws and legislation is unacceptable.
