Israeli forces reportedly struck the headquarters of Iran’s state television network, IRIB, in Tehran during a live broadcast.
The incident, which occurred earlier today, disrupted programming and forced the news anchor to flee the studio mid-air.
The targeted facility, located in District 3 of Tehran, was reportedly hosting a live bulletin when the explosion rocked the building.
Live footage widely circulated online shows the anchor, Sahar Emami, abruptly abandoning the live set as smoke and debris filled the studio.
According to Israeli military sources, the attack was aimed at what they described as a military-linked communications hub being used to support Iranian operations.
Israeli officials claim the studio had been repurposed for strategic command and control, justifying the strike under military necessity.
Eyewitnesses and media staff said the explosion appeared to have struck a section of the building near the main studio.
Broadcasts resumed approximately 30 minutes later from a secondary studio, and no fatalities have been confirmed so far, though reports of injuries are emerging.
Iranian authorities have condemned the bombing as a “flagrant violation of international law” and accused Israel of targeting civilian infrastructure.
The strike marks one of the most provocative developments in the ongoing hostilities between Israel and Iran.
