A dispute has erupted between the Iranian government and state-run Islamic Republic of Iran Broadcasting (IRIB) following the omission of portions of President Raisi’s recent speech from broadcast. The government has accused IRIB of “censorship,” alleging selective editing of the President’s remarks. IRIB, in turn, rejected the accusation, citing “improper attributions” as the reason for the editorial decisions. This conflict occurs amid ongoing, albeit stalled, efforts by mediators to facilitate talks between Iran and the United States. The disagreement highlights internal tensions within the Iranian political establishment. This public spat could further complicate dialogue and negotiations, particularly regarding the portrayal of government policy. The incident raises questions about control over media messaging within Iran.