The Netanyahu cabinet finally approved the Gaza ceasefire agreement in the morning, following yesterday's delays. State media attempted to frame this as a victory for the "resistance axis," while details emerged about the exchange of 290 Palestinian prisoners.
President Pezeshkian's Moscow visit dominated coverage by midday, culminating in the signing of a comprehensive strategic partnership with Putin. State media emphasized Russia's view of Iran as a "key partner in establishing a new world order," while Putin discussed new nuclear power plant construction, noting payment complications with existing projects.
By evening, the full text of the Iran-Russia agreement was published, revealing extensive economic and strategic cooperation plans. Meanwhile, Yemen claimed new strikes against Israeli targets and a US carrier, maintaining the regional conflict narrative despite the Gaza pause.