In a dramatic turn of events, Israeli fighter jets targeted the headquarters of Iran's state television network, IRIB, during a live broadcast.
The sudden attack interrupted the program with a thunderous explosion, sending smoke and debris throughout the studio. The anchor, caught mid-sentence, was forced to abandon her post as the transmission abruptly ceased.
As reported by Gateway Pundit, this strike follows a statement from Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz, who declared that the "Iranian propaganda and incitement mouthpiece is on its way to disappearing."
The incident occurred while an Iranian presenter was delivering a live critique of Israel, only to be seen fleeing the broadcast moments later. The footage of this chaotic scene quickly spread across the internet. According to News 18, during the live broadcast, an Iranian state television reporter noted the studio was filling with dust after "the sound of aggression against the homeland." Shortly thereafter, an explosion shattered the backdrop, prompting the channel to switch to prerecorded content.
Prior to the attack, Israel had issued a warning to evacuate the Tehran area housing the TV studios. The Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) claimed the strike was executed after achieving full air superiority over Tehran by disabling Iran's air defense systems. This action is part of Operation Rising Lion, initiated on June 13, aimed at dismantling Iran's nuclear capabilities, missile sites, military networks, and now, media outlets involved in war propaganda.
The global community is closely monitoring the situation. While the United States has assisted in intercepting Iranian missiles, it has refrained from direct military engagement. Meanwhile, European leaders, including Germany, have expressed support for Israel's right to self-defense.
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