OriginalSourceIran InternationalIranLeanUnratedCredibilityUnratedPublished10:24 UTCSourceIran InternationalIranLeanUnratedCredibilityUnratedPublished10:24 UTC
“One man’s road from Westminster to the machine that carries Iran’s story abroad”
“An Iran International investigation has uncovered financial records and professional ties that shed light on how Tehran’s influence operations extend beyond its state broadcasters into ostensibly independent media outlets around the world.”
Iranian state media links extend to London and Africa networks
Key points
- Iran International investigation traces money, journalists, and narratives through Tehran-linked media networks.
- Ahmed Kaballo, ex-Press TV staffer, founded African Stream and leads Sovereign Media.
- Press TV funded London operations via British companies and cash via the Iranian embassy.
- Sanctions and banking hurdles led to complex arrangements for transfers and production costs.
- Documents show editorial ties but no direct evidence Sovereign funds or directs content from Tehran.
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