Recent analysis reveals a significant surge in Islamophobic posts directed at London mayor Sadiq Khan, with mentions increasing from 12,000 to nearly 28,000 over the past year. A stark majority of this abuse occurred on social media platform X, where Khan has become a focal point for online racism. Khan has been vocal about the challenges of online abuse, particularly under the ownership of Elon Musk, urging for stricter regulations beyond the UK's Online Safety Act. The findings reflect broader anti-Islam sentiment and conspiracies within UK society, particularly targeting Khan due to his Muslim identity.
The analysis indicates a stark rise in Islamophobic posts directed at Khan, reflecting broader societal challenges and increasing online abuse.
Khan's visibility in speaking out against online abuse positions him as both a target for such harassment and a leading advocate for change.
Research shows that 89% of Islamophobic posts about Khan since 2015 originated on X, highlighting systemic issues with online platforms.
Khan emphasizes that the Online Safety Act should be a foundational step against online abuse, advocating for stricter regulations.
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