"Pressure Mounts as X Faces Accusations of Flouting Sanctions and Terrorist Payments"
X, formerly known as Twitter, has removed the verified badges from accounts of Iranian media outlets, including Press TV, following a report alleging that the platform is providing premium services to individuals and groups sanctioned by the US government. The move has raised concerns about potential violations of US sanctions, and comes amid pressure from the Israeli lobby on media covering Israeli actions in Gaza.