Reports Indicate Alleged Hacking of Iranian State Television with Opposition Messages

Social media users and opposition channels circulated images and testimonies on Thursday alleging a hack of Iranian state television, which occurred simultaneously on multiple national channels.

According to these reports, images of protests, messages critical of the regime, and excerpts of speeches attributed to Crown Prince Reza Pahlavi appeared during the broadcast, in which he urged the population and the armed forces to unite against the government.

To date, there is no official confirmation from Iranian authorities nor a statement from the state broadcaster verifying the authenticity of the incident. The duration and extent of the alleged disruptions have also not been specified.

Background and Context

Iran has been the scene of cyberattacks and brief disruptions to state media in recent years, some claimed by opposition groups and others attributed to technical failures or unidentified external actions.

This incident occurs against a backdrop of high internal tension, with sporadic protests, information restrictions, and tight government control over the media.

Call for Verification

Analysts warn that, given the difficulty of verifying information in real time within Iran, it is necessary to await independent confirmation before drawing conclusions. The shared images could correspond to actual interventions, limited local broadcasts, or even digital manipulations.

For now, the alleged hacking remains an unfolding event, pending official statements or technical verifications to confirm what happened.

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En este momento, transmiten a millones de iraníes imágenes de protestas, mensajes poderosos y extractos del discurso del Príncipe Heredero Reza Pahlavi llamando al pueblo y a las fuerzas… pic.twitter.com/6CTUQsOeSi — Jhonf Fonseca (@Jhonffonseca) January 18, 2026