BBC Presenter Apologizes for Controversial Middle Finger Incident on Live TV

BBC News presenter Maryam Moshiri was caught giving the middle finger to the camera during an on-air gaffe, which she explained was a "private joke" gone wrong. The incident has gone viral on social media, prompting Moshiri to issue an apology. She clarified that she was counting down with her fingers as part of the joke, and it was not her intention to offend or upset anyone. Moshiri is one of the chief presenters for the BBC News channel and has been with the broadcaster for over 20 years.