The Day of the Revolution Eve Amnesty

Morning headlines focused on the escalation of the Muscat diplomatic track, with Ali Larijani’s departure for Oman and the U.S. demand for a negotiated settlement. State-aligned editors prioritized the Supreme Leader’s approval of amnesty or sentence reductions for over 2,100 convicts, framing it as a gesture of sovereign stability ahead of the 22 Bahman anniversary. Simultaneously, international outlets documented the continued arrests of Reformist leaders and reported that the families of protesters were being coerced into attending state celebrations. By afternoon, editorial attention shifted to Prime Minister Netanyahu’s arrival in Washington. While state media warned that the visit was a deliberate attempt to sabotage the Oman negotiations, international sources highlighted President Trump’s warning of "hard actions" if no deal is reached. The evening cycle was dominated by reports of anti-government slogans and "Long Live the Shah" chants emerging from schools and urban centers, directly challenging the state’s official anniversary narrative.