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Iran Condemns YouTube Ban on Pro-Iran Explosive Media

4/15/2026

Summary

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Iran's Foreign Ministry condemned YouTube's ban on Explosive Media, a pro-Iran group with LEGO-style videos mocking U.S. President Donald Trump.
The ministry says the ban suppresses truth about the US-Israel war on Iran.
Explosive Media's videos have millions of views and depict U.S. President Donald Trump in absurd, disconnected scenarios.
The group says it is independent but has admitted to receiving commissions from the Iranian government.

History

Historical Context

In 1979, the Iranian Revolution established the Islamic Republic, leading to extensive media censorship and international scrutiny. By 2023, YouTube banned Explosive Media, a pro-Iran group, for policy violations, prompting condemnation from Iran's Foreign Ministry. This incident underscores ongoing tensions surrounding free expression and media representation amid geopolitical conflicts, reflecting Iran's restrictive approach to digital platforms and information dissemination.

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Story summary

Iran's Foreign Ministry condemned YouTube's ban on Explosive Media, a pro-Iran group with LEGO-style videos mocking U.S. President Donald Trump.
The ministry says the ban suppresses truth about the US-Israel war on Iran.
Explosive Media's videos have millions of views and depict U.S. President Donald Trump in absurd, disconnected scenarios.
The group says it is independent but has admitted to receiving commissions from the Iranian government.

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