The Leader Declared Accelerated Progress

The Supreme Leader's message dominated Iranian media in the afternoon, on the 40th day following the assassination of military commanders and scientists. He asserted that "the foolish enemy did not achieve its goal" and proclaimed that Iran's "military and scientific advancements will accelerate," a narrative consistent with prior responses to perceived threats. Earlier in the day, diplomatic efforts surrounding Iran's nuclear program continued as a primary focus. Reports noted ongoing negotiations with European nations, leading to an agreement to continue consultations on nuclear and sanctions issues. IAEA Director Grossi's comments on Tehran's readiness for "technical talks" but immediate inspector return being ruled out were widely covered. Concurrently, France's intention to recognize a Palestinian state drew significant attention in the morning, met with US and Israeli opposition. Domestically, the persistent water crisis, especially in Tehran, remained a prominent concern with presidential remarks and dam site visits. Iran also celebrated the successful launch of its Nahid-2 telecommunication satellite.