Trump's State of the Union address dominated morning coverage, with Iranian media focusing on his claims about Russia's peace signals and the Kabul bomber capture. By midday, the Kremlin confirmed Iran's nuclear program had become part of US-Russia negotiations regarding Ukraine, marking a significant shift in diplomatic dynamics.
European powers' warning about Iran's uranium enrichment reaching 27 times permitted levels generated extensive coverage, while Iran's representative dismissed their legal standing for snapback activation. State media attempted to redirect attention to Khamenei's tree planting ceremony and environmental statements.
Evening reports highlighted US-Israel joint Mediterranean exercises and new sanctions against Houthi officials. The Foreign Ministry rejected British claims about thwarted assassination attempts, while WFP warnings about Gaza's dwindling food reserves received minimal coverage in state media.