WireMarch 26, 2026 at 6:00 AM
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Iran’s state-run media has released a disturbing AI-generated video targeting the United States, depicting the Statue of Liberty with the head of Baal, a biblical false idol, before it is destroyed by an Iranian missile. The video, produced by Islamic Republic of Iran Broadcasting (IRIB) and amplified by Russian outlet RT, strings together historical and modern conflicts to portray the U.S. as a global aggressor.
The minute-long video includes references to Native American displacement, the atomic bombings of Japan, the Vietnam War, and recent Middle East conflicts. It culminates in a dramatic scene where a missile painted in Iranian colors strikes the Statue of Liberty, replacing its head with Baal before triggering an explosion. The video closes with the message, 'One vengeance for all,' signaling a clear anti-American sentiment.
'One vengeance for all' — closing message from the Iranian AI video
This video is part of a growing trend of state-backed AI-generated propaganda. Earlier this week, China’s state broadcaster released a similar AI-driven video featuring martial-arts-fighting Persian cats and a human figure with an eagle’s head, symbolizing Iran and the U.S., respectively. These productions highlight how governments are leveraging rapidly evolving AI technology to craft politically charged narratives with surreal and provocative visuals.
The release comes amid heightened tensions between Iran and the U.S., underscoring the role of AI in modern geopolitical messaging.