Palestinian journalist Bisan Owda with 1.4m followers reports TikTok ban
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Palestinian journalist Bisan Owda, known for her coverage from Gaza and with 1.4 million TikTok followers, reported her account was permanently banned on Wednesday, January 29, 2026. Owda, an Emmy-winning journalist and contributor to Al Jazeera's AJ+, suggested the ban may be linked to recent changes in TikTok's US ownership and remarks made by Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. Netanyahu had previously expressed hope that the TikTok purchase would proceed, emphasizing the importance of social media as a battleground. While a TikTok account with Owda's username remains visible, posts are restricted, with the last available post dating back to September 20, 2025. Al Jazeera has contacted TikTok for clarification regarding the ban.
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