In a recent escalation of hostilities, Israel has launched a missile strike on the TV headquarters of the Islamic Republic of Iran Broadcasting (IRIB) Iran’s largest and most influential state-run media outlet. The attack, confirmed by Al Jazeera and other sources, has sent shockwaves across the region and triggered widespread panic in Tehran.
According to live television footage, a female presenter was on air when a loud explosion rocked the studio, forcing her to abandon the broadcast mid-sentence. The missile, fired from an Israeli fighter jet, struck the main IRIB building, which also houses the country’s national radio services.
Witnesses report chaos and fear inside the facility as the explosion reverberated through the halls, disrupting regular programming and prompting immediate evacuation of media personnel.
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The IRIB complex is not only a symbol of the Iranian state’s media presence but also a critical part of its national communication infrastructure.
This aggressive move came shortly after Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz issued a stark warning, stating that Iran’s state television and radio would soon “disappear.” The timing of the strike, closely following Katz’s threat, has intensified speculation about Israel’s broader strategy and intent in targeting Iranian state symbols.
As tensions between Iran and Israel continue to rise, this direct attack on a media institution marks a dangerous new chapter, highlighting the growing risks to civilian and information infrastructure in modern warfare.
