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US: Media Outlets Threatened with License Revocation for Fake News on Iran War

Published March 15, 2026, 09:16
US: Media Outlets Threatened with License Revocation for Fake News on Iran War

The US Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is threatening to revoke the licenses of media outlets that spread false news about the war with Iran. FCC Chairman Brendan Carr warned that media outlets should correct their course before their license renewal. This warning has sparked reactions from organizations for freedom of the press, who call it “outrageous” and an attempt to turn the media into mouthpieces for the government. This move comes after complaints from President Trump about “fake news” regarding US-Iranian tensions.