NEW : Tension over social media platforms reflects divisions in Saudi society , he says . Prince Alwaleed bin Talal has announced plans as a ` ` way to put more pressure on the citizens '' Social media platforms allow people in Saudi Arabia to make their voices heard , he says . Twitter users say rumored plans by Saudi authorities to restrict access wo n't work .
NEW : Tension over social media freedoms reflects divisions in Saudi society , analyst says . Prince Alwaleed bin Talal rejects reported plans as a `` way to put more pressure on the citizens '' Social media platforms enable people in Saudi Arabia to make their voices heard , he says . Twitter users say rumored plans by Saudi authorities to restrict access wo n't work .