Trump's inauguration and immediate executive orders targeting Iran dominated morning coverage, with his declaration barring companies trading with Iran from US commerce. The regime's response emerged through Khamenei's carefully orchestrated visit to the "Pioneers of Progress" exhibition, emphasizing private sector capabilities as Iran's path forward.
By afternoon, new details emerged about last week's assassination of judges Razini and Maghiseh, with the Supreme Court chief describing it as an "infiltration operation." The timing of this revelation, coinciding with Trump's return, appeared calculated.
Evening coverage highlighted Iran's appointment as chair of the UN Human Rights Council's Asia-Pacific group, while state media emphasized growing partnerships with Russia and Azerbaijan - signaling Tehran's pivot toward eastern alliances as Western relations entered a new phase under Trump's presidency.