Trump administration mixes Nintendo game video with real Iran strike footage

WorldTechnology
13 Mar 2026 • 6:19 AM MYT
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  • The Trump administration released a video combining footage from a Nintendo Wii game with real drone strike videos from the conflict in Iran.
  • The video was posted on the White House's X account and has garnered over 11 million views.
  • It features segments of Wii Sports gameplay set to the game's distinctive music, interspersed with actual strike footage.
  • This is not the first instance of the White House's social media feed issuing videos that blend real Iran war explosions with gaming footage.
  • Previous videos from the administration's social media have included content from games such as Call of Duty and Grand Theft Auto.

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