Meta’s Oversight Board Clears ‘From the River to the Sea’ Phrase
Meta’s Oversight Board has recently decided that the phrase “From the River to the Sea,” which is often used to express support for Palestinians, does not violate the company’s hate speech policies. This ruling has sparked a fresh debate on its implications and usage.
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Controversy Surrounding the Phrase
The slogan “From the River to the Sea” refers to the land between the Jordan River and the Mediterranean Sea. Critics argue that it implicitly calls for the elimination of the Israeli state, with the Anti-Defamation League describing it as antisemitic. They point out that the phrase has been used by anti-Israel groups, including Hamas, to promote their agenda.
A Different Perspective
On the other hand, many pro-Palestinian activists use the phrase to call for equal rights and an independent state for Palestinians. For them, it represents the struggle of Palestinians in the West Bank and Gaza, who face significant restrictions on their movements and are often barred from visiting Jerusalem.
Board’s Decision
The Oversight Board reviewed three cases where the phrase was used on Facebook. All three appeals to remove the content were initially closed without human review. Users challenged these decisions, and the Board found that the posts in question expressed solidarity with Palestinians but did not incite violence or glorify Hamas. The content did not include threats or language promoting physical harm.
Diverse Opinions on the Phrase
While the majority of the Board members agreed that the phrase can have different meanings, a minority believed it could glorify Hamas due to its inclusion in the group’s 2017 charter. However, the Board concluded that the use of the phrase by extremist groups does not make it inherently hateful or violent, given the variety of contexts in which it is used.
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