So, let’s talk about the spectacle surrounding Ayatollah Ali Khamenei’s funeral. Iranians sweating it out in Mashhad? Mainstream media wants you to see a “grieving nation,” but let’s hold the applause. Outlets like CNN and MSNBC are spinning this event like it’s a dramatic tale of unity and sorrow. Instead, what they should be highlighting is the potential power vacuum this creates and what it really means for the Iranian people, who might not be mourning but rather calculating their next move.

Meanwhile, Fox News is quick to label the crowd as “faithful supporters,” ignoring the glaring dissent simmering beneath the surface. What these networks won’t tell you is that many Iranians are fed up with the regime, and this moment might be just the push they need to finally upend a long-standing oppressive regime. Where’s the focus on grassroots revolt, or the whispers of discontent? You won’t find it there—only narrative-pandering masquerading as journalism.

While the funeral serves as a prime opportunity for state propaganda, mainstream media gets caught up in the emotional hook. Aren’t we all just a little tired of watching these giant networks continue to push their narratives while glossing over the realities on the ground? Khamenei’s death could be the catalyst for change, but let’s not expect CNN or the rest to dish out that hot take anytime soon.