Iranian media on August 13 heavily focused on European powers signaling readiness to activate the "trigger mechanism" for UN sanctions on Iran's nuclear program. This diplomatic pressure, a continuation of previous days' discussions, intensified with a senior Iranian official stating its activation could "threaten the existence of the Islamic Republic." Concurrently, Ali Larijani's Beirut visit remained a central theme. While state-affiliated outlets emphasized Iran's unwavering support for Lebanon and a warm reception, independent and Arab media highlighted reports of Lebanese President Aoun rejecting Tehran's interference in internal affairs. Later in the day, coverage broadened to include Donald Trump's statements, notably his claims of destroying Iran's nuclear capability and warnings to Russia over Ukraine, with some Iranian outlets critically labeling his approach as "flattery diplomacy."
