On July 1, state-aligned media focused almost exclusively on the funeral of the 'martyred leader,' with headlines detailing dignitaries' arrivals, security preparations, and public mourning. This drowned out most other domestic stories. Meanwhile, foreign-based outlets tracked the indirect US-Iran technical talks in Doha, which reportedly centered on the Strait of Hormuz, frozen assets, and a Lebanon ceasefire. Trump claimed the talks were progressing well, while Iranian officials denied direct negotiations but confirmed technical discussions. The day saw a split screen: a nation in official mourning and a diplomatic track advancing in Qatar, with conflicting signals about the talks' nature and scope.