Iran's state media mocks Trump over reported secret airplane switch, citing fear

Iranian state media has seized on reports of Donald Trump's secret airplane switch during his recent visit to Turkey, portraying the move as a sign of his fear of Iran's military capabilities. State television presenters and official social media accounts have mocked the former U.S. president, suggesting his actions stemmed from anxiety over Iran's power.

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Again, Trump, with his new scandal, has become the top subject in the US media these days.

Reports indicate that Trump, upon leaving Ankara, was moved from the large Air Force One to a smaller, less conspicuous government jet due to a credible and imminent threat of a shoulder-fired missile attack. This security measure was reportedly prompted by intelligence suggesting that Iranian forces were aware of his hotel location and movements.

Iranian state media amplified the narrative by sharing memes and commentary. The Iranian embassy in South Africa posted on X, formerly Twitter, a meme depicting Trump hidden in a catering box, with the caption suggesting he would soon be "hidden in a trash can." This content, often shared by the embassy's X account, has been reported by Iranian state media.

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A scandal stemming from fear of Iran’s military power, a power that caused Trump, last month, while returning from Türkiye, to secretly switch his plane.

While Tehran has not officially commented on the airplane switch allegations, the state media's reaction underscores the ongoing tensions between Iran and the United States. The narrative presented by Iranian media frames the incident as a humiliation for Trump and a testament to Iran's perceived regional influence and military strength.

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Trump “will be hidden in a trash can before long.”