📄 Announcement Summary
“Despite prolonged efforts, we have not achieved our goal. As of today, Youku International, WeTV International and iQIYI International will immediately halt all broadcasts… YouTube continues its persistent efforts… GalaOO La, Heavenly, KKTV, MonoMax, Viki are still broadcasting normally.” —Durian Culture
If genuine, this message would confirm a universal stoppage across all three key platforms for international streaming.
🔍 What the Evidence Actually Shows
✅ WeTV — HALTED
Multiple sources confirm that the series has been removed from WeTV, and author Nong Jian expressed sadness about this in a fan screenshot. Other platforms remain unaffected.
✅ Youku and iQIYI — STILL STREAMING
Despite the alleged announcement, there is no credible reporting or official communication confirming a halt on Youku or iQIYI. Both platforms continue to stream ABO Desire worldwide, including international versions. Streaming schedules remain unaffected.
Publicized release calendars (e.g., IndiaTimes, SeriesReminder) list iQIYI and Youku as active outlets for Episode 5 and beyond.
🗣️ Durian Culture — NO CONFIRMATION
Durian Culture’s official channels, including YouTube and social media, continue to post promotional content and event schedules directly, with no indication of any platform-wide take-down except WeTV.
🧾 Fact‑Check Verdict
| Claim | Verified Status |
|---|---|
| Durian Culture announced halts on all three platforms | ❌ Not verified by any credible source |
| WeTV has halted streaming | ✅ Confirmed |
| Youku International still streaming | ✅ Confirmed |
| iQIYI International still streaming | ✅ Confirmed |
| Other platforms unaffected (GagaOOLala, Viki, etc.) | ✅ Confirmed |
🧠 Why the Announcement May Be Misleading
- Possibly fabricated or misattributed — it may be fan‑made or taken out of context.
- Partial truth twisted — the author’s regret over WeTV’s removal may have been misrepresented as a broader shutdown.
- No corroborating sources — no press release, social post, or platform notice confirms such sweeping removals beyond WeTV.
✅ Conclusion
Yes, WeTV appears to have halted streaming of ABO Desire.
No, there is no verifiable evidence that Youku International or iQIYI International have followed suit.
The purported Durian Culture announcement lacks authenticity currently and contradicts ongoing official platform activity.
Unless confirmed via Durian Culture’s official website or verified social media, this announcement should be treated with caution.
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