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flag Twitch banned political streamer Hasan Piker for using "Zionist" in violation of its hateful language policy during a live stream on January 29, 2026.

flag Twitch suspended political streamer Hasan Piker on January 29, 2026, during a live broadcast about a U.S. murder case, marking his seventh suspension. flag The platform cited violations of its hateful language policy, specifically referencing the use of the term "Zionist" in a manner that breached guidelines, though it did not detail the exact content or confirm the ban's duration. flag Piker, known for provocative commentary, has faced multiple short-term suspensions in the past, typically lasting 24 hours. flag The lack of a public statement from Twitch has fueled concerns about inconsistent enforcement. flag Despite the ban, Piker maintains a large audience and may shift to alternative platforms. flag The incident has reignited debate over content moderation, free expression, and platform accountability in digital media.

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