Venezuelan Government Demands TikTok Remove Viral Challenges Within 72 Hours Following Child Tragedies

“While you censor what could benefit Venezuela or humanity, you allow these destructive challenges to multiply,” President Maduro condemned. Nov 18, 2024 Photo: Venezuelan Government

November 18, 2024 Hour: 9:49 pm

Should the platform fail to act within the specified timeframe, the president warned that the government would take “the most severe measures” against TikTok.

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The President of the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela, Nicolás Maduro Moros, has issued a 72-hour ultimatum to TikTok representatives in Latin America to eliminate dangerous viral challenges that have resulted in the deaths of two children, aged 12 and 14, in the country.

During a broadcast of the program “Con Maduro+”, the president expressed his concern about the negative impact these challenges have on Venezuelan youth. Maduro directly blamed TikTok representatives for the dissemination of content that he claims generates chaos and endangers children’s lives. “These deaths fall on you, because you are the ones allowing this type of content to spread,” he stated.

Should the platform fail to act within the specified timeframe, the president warned that the government would take “the most severe measures” against TikTok.

The head of state also called on parents and guardians to be more vigilant and to prevent their children from participating in these dangerous challenges.

Additionally, he urged teachers and community leaders to intensify their monitoring of children’s online activities. “While you censor what could benefit Venezuela or humanity, you allow these destructive challenges to multiply,” President Maduro condemned.

This situation highlights the growing concern regarding the role of social media in the lives of young people and the potential impact it can have on their safety and well-being.