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The Tehran UFO Incident: Iran’s 1976 Encounter Still Mystifying Investigators
Episode 263
Published 1 week ago
Description
This episode digs into the September 1976 incident over Tehran in which two Iranian F‑4 pilots reported cascading system failures after seeing an unknown bright object, while ground radar logged anomalous splits. We examine the declassified memo, witness testimony, technical possibilities, and competing explanations—including electromagnetic interference, mechanical faults, and environmental factors—while noting why a clear conclusion remains elusive.
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