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Thursday, May 14, 2026

Full Video Behind Viral Clip Reveals BBC News Presenter Maryam Moshiri's Middle-Finger Gesture as an Innocent Joke

Never rush to judgment based on only a selective part of a story.
Maryam Moshiri, a BBC News presenter, was caught in a viral clip giving the middle finger, but now the full video of the incident has been released, revealing that it was a joke with the crew.

In the full clip, Moshiri is seen counting down with different hand gestures, including a thumbs up for six, a rude gesture for two, and showing her middle finger while making a face.

After it went viral, Moshiri apologized for any offense caused, clarifying that it was a joke intended for her friends.

She later expressed relief that the full context was made public, though she noted neither she nor the BBC released the video.

The release demonstrates the incident was in jest and not directed at viewers.
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