FIA identifies 924 social media accounts in 'anti-state propaganda' crackdown

The Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) Cybercrime Wing in Balochistan has identified 924 social media accounts allegedly involved in anti-state propaganda, according to an official statement from the Karachi office.

Under the leadership of Cybercrime Wing West Director Imran Mahmood, specialized teams have been monitoring and analyzing suspicious activities across platforms such as Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, TikTok, and others using advanced technology.

During the past three months, the FIA flagged accounts responsible for sharing anti-state content, including 487 Facebook accounts, 190 TikTok accounts, 147 Twitter (X) accounts, 88 Instagram accounts, and 12 accounts on other platforms.

Details of these accounts have been shared with the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA), which has so far blocked 312 accounts.

Furthermore, 14 inquiries have been registered, initiating formal investigations into the identified culprits.

The FIA has also uncovered 28 additional social media applications that could potentially be exploited by anti-state elements for anonymous communication and propaganda.

The agency emphasized its commitment to using all available resources, including modern technology, to apprehend those responsible.

It stated that no leniency will be shown to individuals or groups involved in such activities, underscoring the importance of protecting national security.