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Iranian Group Creates AI Videos of Trump Amid Tensions

4/12/2026

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U.S. President Donald Trump triggered AI-generated Lego-themed videos by Iranian group Explosive Media after his remarks about not destroying "a whole civilization."
The videos depict Trump in distressing war-related scenes and have drawn millions of views online.
Critics allege Explosive Media ties to the Iranian government, though the group contends it is independent.
The clips frame the U.S. and Israel as aggressors, aligning with Iran's narrative and prompting expert commentary.

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Story summary

U.S. President Donald Trump triggered AI-generated Lego-themed videos by Iranian group Explosive Media after his remarks about not destroying "a whole civilization."
The videos depict Trump in distressing war-related scenes and have drawn millions of views online.
Critics allege Explosive Media ties to the Iranian government, though the group contends it is independent.
The clips frame the U.S. and Israel as aggressors, aligning with Iran's narrative and prompting expert commentary.