Iran national broadcaster hit by Israeli airstrike

An Israeli airstrike has hit the headquarters of the Iranian national television.

A video posted by IRNA state media shows an Iranian news presenter on air when the strike hits.

A fire breaks out at the headquarters of Iran’s national television following an egregious attack by the Israeli regime aimed at silencing Iran’s media. pic.twitter.com/IRQRqZKBG2

— IRNA News Agency (@IrnaEnglish) June 16, 2025

Israel launched what it calls Operation Rising Lion against Iran's nuclear facilities in the early hours of Friday, calling it a preemptive strike designed to prevent Iran from developing nuclear weapons. Iran has denied plans to develop such weapons. Tehran retaliated by launching counterstrikes on Israel. 224 people died and 1,227 were injured in Iran. Iranian authorities said 90% of the victims are civilians.

In Israel, 24 have died and 287 injured amid Iranian counterstrikes.

The Israeli regime attacks Iran’s national TV.

Brave Iranian presenter keeps composed as the studio comes under Israeli attack. pic.twitter.com/XM7QCz775D

— IRNA News Agency (@IrnaEnglish) June 16, 2025