The NetBlocks observatory said it detected an intentional nationwide blackout of popular services including Facebook, YouTube, WhatsApp, Instagram, Snapchat and Viber.
The group said its monitoring of Sri Lankan internet connectivity found no disruptions to the fundamental infrastructure of the internet, meaning the blackout was directed at specific services. Some social media outlets, such as Twitter, appeared unaffected, but the blockage affected popular messaging services.This isn't the first time Sri Lanka has blocked social media.
The company said in a statement Sunday that it has been working to support first responders and law enforcement in Sri Lanka and identify and remove content that violates company standards.
For some 'unknown' reason, YouTube didn't bother to block this guy, but we are to thank goodness the fascist censors there are protecting our sensibilities from Tommy Robinson.
Why can't they be blocked everywhere? Might make for a better world?