Woman Contacts Family in Iran Amid Crisis, Hears Robotic AI Voice Instead

Amid Israeli airstrikes on Iranian territory and a government-imposed internet blackout, Iranians abroad are unable to reach relatives, often encountering strange robotic voices answering their calls. These AI or pre-recorded messages, which sometimes deliver bizarre or calming statements, have been described as unsettling and possibly part of a psychological warfare campaign. Experts are divided on whether the Iranian or Israeli governments are responsible. As traditional lines of communication are disrupted, some families resort to creative workarounds to keep in touch, highlighting the deep sense of helplessness felt by those separated from loved ones.

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