Hackers target Iran state TV's satellite transmission to broadcast exiled crown prince

Hackers disrupted Iranian state television satellite transmissions to air footage supporting the country's exiled crown prince and calling on security forces to not “point your weapons at the people,” online video showed early Monday, the latest disruption to follow nationwide protests in the country.

This incident comes amid ongoing unrest in Iran, where widespread protests have erupted across the country, often fueled by anger over social and economic issues, as well as human rights concerns.

Human rights activists and international organizations have condemned the crackdown on protests, while the Iranian government continues to impose strict controls on media and information.