Morning headlines centered on a closed-door parliamentary session addressing currency market turbulence, with Qalibaf announcing "good decisions" while avoiding specifics. The government's plan to distribute electronic food stamps to seven income deciles emerged as a response to economic pressures.
US-Russia talks in Riyadh dominated international coverage, with state media emphasizing Iran's regional importance through Araghchi's statements about failed isolation attempts. IRGC unveiled new drone capabilities, continuing the military technology narrative from previous days.
The afternoon saw Khamenei meeting Islamic Jihad's secretary-general, using the platform to dismiss US plans for Gaza. Evening coverage revealed a threefold increase in military budget allocations, while private Chinese ports' role in circumventing sanctions emerged as a significant development in economic reporting.
