BBC News - Saudi religious police boss condemns Twitter users - 0 views
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The head of Saudi Arabia's religious police has warned citizens against using Twitter, which is rising in popularity among Saudis.
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His remarks reflect Riyadh's concern that Saudis use Twitter to discuss sensitive political and other issues.
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Many Saudis have seized on Twitter as the most immediate and effective way to open little windows into a traditionally opaque society.
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A number of web activists have been detained, including at least one for the alleged apostasy, a charge that could carry the death penalty.
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Billionaire businessman Prince Alwaleed Bin Talal, who presents himself as a reformist, has described attempts to restrict social media as a losing battle.