Former US President Barack Obama has warned against the irresponsible use of social media, in a rare interview since stepping down in January.
He warned that such actions were distorting people's understanding of complex issues, and spreading misinformation.
"All of us in leadership have to find ways in which we can recreate a common space on the internet," he said.
Mr Obama was quizzed by Prince Harry on BBC Radio 4's Today programme. Prince Harry is among the prominent figures guest editing the programme.
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