Pakistan, Aug. 25 -- Facebook, TikTok accused of aiding child recruitment Published on: August 25, 2026 9:11 PMSocial Networks

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Facebook and TikTok failed to stop Colombian armed groups from spreading recruitment content, Human Rights Watch said. The rights group said some posts appeared to receive promotion through the platforms. It warned that such content could expose children to armed groups.Child Care

HRW said armed groups use social media to present their ranks as attractive. The content can glorify armed group life and promote misleading job opportunities. These posts can encourage vulnerable children to join armed organisations.

Around 1,500 children have joined armed groups ...