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Iran's AI Video Shows Jesus Punching Trump Amid Controversy

4/15/2026

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Iran's Embassy in Tajikistan released an AI-generated video showing Jesus Christ punching U.S. President Donald Trump, which was shared on social media.
The video is part of Iran's campaign mocking Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu, depicting Christ emerging from the sky and attacking him.
Trump's original post was removed after backlash for blasphemy.
Vice President Vance noted it was taken down due to misunderstandings among viewers.

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Iran's Embassy in Tajikistan released an AI-generated video showing Jesus Christ punching U.S. President Donald Trump, which was shared on social media.
The video is part of Iran's campaign mocking Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu, depicting Christ emerging from the sky and attacking him.
Trump's original post was removed after backlash for blasphemy.
Vice President Vance noted it was taken down due to misunderstandings among viewers.