Television presenter fires rifle live during military training in Iran

A television presenter fired a rifle inside the studio of state broadcaster Ofogh, on Irã. The moment occurred during a military training segment broadcast live this week. A member of Guarda Revolucionária Islâmica guided the communicator on how to handle the weapon.

The shooting happened while the program was showing practical instructions for civilians. Imagens from the episode quickly spread across the networks. The action is part of a broader campaign to prepare the population.

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Apresentador handled a rifle after guidance from a masked soldier

Presenter Hossein Hosseini received basic lessons from an Guarda Revolucionária instructor. The soldier wore a mask and tactical clothing. Ele demonstrated how to load, aim and fire the assault rifle.

The communicator followed the on-air instructions. Depois after a few minutes of explanation, he fired the shot. The sound echoed in the studio. The transmission continued without interruption.

• The instructor explained the procedure for assembling and disassembling the weapon
• Painéis with images illustrating different types of ammunition
• The segment lasted about half an hour in total

The network showed the scene repeatedly in short loops.

Oficinas training spread over Teerã

Autoridades set up military instruction posts in squares in the Iranian capital. One of them is in the Haft-e Tir square, in the city center. Civis, including men and women, participate voluntarily.

Nasser Sadeghi, member of Guarda Revolucionária, led one of the sessions. Ele reported high audience support. Activities began just over two weeks ago. The initial focus is the Kalashnikov rifle.

Similar Sessões occur in other parts of the city. Participantes learn to load and unload the weapon. Algumas women attended wearing chador.

Contexto of regional tension motivates the initiative

The program takes place amid hostilities with Israel and Estados Unidos. Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei died in the first February attacks. Autoridades cite the need to prepare civilians for a possible resumption of fighting.

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The workshops promote what they call a culture of martyrdom. Sadeghi mentioned vengeance for the leader’s blood. Authorities indicate that other weapons may be included in training in the future.

Fardin Abbasi, a 40-year-old civil servant, participated in a session. Ele said he is ready to use the knowledge if necessary. Fatemeh Hossein-Kalantar, 47, took his children to the scene. Ela stated that the family follows orders from the supreme guide.

Imagens show targeted firing in some cases

In one of the moments shown, the presenter aimed at an Emirados Árabes Unidos flag placed on the stage. The shot hit the target. Outro shot went to the studio ceiling.

State TV repeated these images. The declared objective is to teach the population. Especialistas follows the increase in discourses of military readiness in the Iranian media.

Negociações with the USA remains without progress

Irã and Estados Unidos had a direct round of talks on Islamabad in April. The meeting did not produce concrete results. Propostas continue in exchange, but without a closed agreement.

Ontem, American President Donald Trump called off a planned attack. Ele stated that Teerã seeks negotiation. Vice President JD Vance said the alternative plan is to resume military actions if necessary.

The training workshops continue in parallel with these diplomatic movements.

Detalhes rifle and demonstration technicians

The instructor presented different ammunition during the program. Ele used panels to show procedures. The presenter repeated the gestures under guidance.

The main weapon was a model assault rifle. The live shooting served as a practical demonstration. Ninguém was injured in the studio. The broadcast maintained the educational tone.