Iranian embassies in South Africa, Thailand, and the UK have unexpectedly become viral online by posting satirical memes and humor about American politicians. These accounts are drawing millions of views and generating significant internet attention.

Memes, humour, and trolling of American politicians: This is how a handful of Iranian embassies have become superstars on “X”, attracting millions of views. But how did the old-fashioned and largely ignored accounts of Iran’s diplomats in South Africa, Thailand, and the United Kingdom suddenly turn into Gen Z-style viral feeds, with millions of views?