The National Outcry Over IRIB’s Mockery of Protesters

In the digital age, the "echo chamber" effect often amplifies such controversies, as clips of the offensive segment are shared and reshared across various platforms. The viral nature of the footage has ensured that even those who do not watch state television are aware of the presenter’s comments. This has led to a unified front of online opposition, where hashtags demanding accountability and expressing solidarity with the victims' families have trended for days. The digital backlash serves as a real-time referendum on the state's communication strategy.