Katy Perry condemns White House use of 'Firework' in Iran strike video

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What the coverage asserts, and how well corroborated each claim is across sources.

• [● 18 SOURCES] The video’s caption read “Iran has been warned” and showed a fireworks emoji. (All listed articles)
• [● 18 SOURCES] The White House posted a TikTok video on July 23, 2026 featuring footage of U.S. strikes on Iran set to Katy Perry’s song “Firework”. (All listed articles)
• [● 18 SOURCES] Katy Perry posted on X on July 25, 2026 stating she was “deeply appalled and angry” about the video. (All listed articles)
• [● 18 SOURCES] The song “Firework” was released in 2010 and reached worldwide commercial success. (All listed articles)
• [● 18 SOURCES] Other artists such as Ariana Grande, Sabrina Carpenter and Olivia Rodrigo have previously objected to the Trump administration’s use of their music. (All listed articles)
• [● 18 SOURCES] Perry said she had not given permission for the use of “Firework”. (All listed articles)
• [● 18 SOURCES] The White House has not taken down the TikTok video despite Perry’s criticism. (All listed articles)
• [● 18 SOURCES] Perry described “Firework” as an anthem of hope, healing and inner strength. (All listed articles)
• [● 15 SOURCES] The video was posted on Thursday, July 23, 2026. (All listed articles)
• [● 15 SOURCES] The White House posted a TikTok video using Katy Perry’s song “Firework” as background for footage of U.S. military strikes on Iran. (All listed articles)
• [● 15 SOURCES] Perry said ‘Firework’ was written as an anthem of hope, healing and inner strength, not for war. (All listed articles)
• [● 15 SOURCES] The video caption read “Iran has been warned” with a fireworks emoji. (All listed articles)