TEHRAN, — Several Iranian television channels were briefly disrupted following what authorities described as a cyber intrusion, according to local and international media reports.
The interruption affected state-run broadcasts operated by Islamic Republic of Iran Broadcasting, with satellite transmissions reportedly showing unauthorized footage for a short period before normal programming resumed. Viewers and social media users said the unexpected content included messages and video clips referencing international political figures.
Some reports indicated that visuals involving Donald Trump appeared during the disruption, alongside other materials that appeared unrelated to scheduled programming. However, officials have not independently confirmed the full content of the broadcast or the identity of those responsible.
Authorities in Iran have not released detailed technical findings, and no group has officially claimed responsibility at the time of reporting. State media later returned to regular programming, and investigations into the incident are believed to be ongoing.
Cybersecurity incidents targeting broadcast systems have occurred previously in the region, often amid heightened political tensions. Analysts say such disruptions are typically intended to send political messages, draw attention to opposition causes, or demonstrate hacking capabilities.
