Iranian media extensively covered Trump's dismissal of Zelenskyy without lunch, framing it as vindication of anti-Western positions. By mid-morning, coverage shifted as NATO leadership attempted mediation, calling for relationship repair while European leaders voiced support for Ukraine.
Domestically, Mehdi Taj retained football federation presidency amid allegations of nighttime lobbying. Economic concerns dominated afternoon coverage: Central Bank maintained the 28,500 toman exchange rate while Tehran announced water rationing as reservoir levels reached 6%. The brewing impeachment of Economic Minister Hemmati generated debate about FATF implications.
Evening coverage returned to international affairs as Zelenskyy arrived in London, with Iranian media interpreting the Trump-Zelenskyy rift through regional implications, particularly regarding ongoing Gaza ceasefire negotiations and Iran's nuclear program discussions with IAEA.