18:11 (14:41)⇢Tear Gas Through the Fog
⌨The editorial focus has shifted from weather-related logistics to a direct confrontation between the state and an escalating protest movement. Diaspora and critical outlets highlight a third day of market strikes, student demonstrations, and the use of tear gas, framing the national shutdown as a failed containment tactic (Iran International, BBC Persian, Radio Farda, VOA Persian). Conversely, state media maintains a narrative of resilience and national 'insight' to counter internal and external enemies (Al-Alam News Network, Tasnim News English, Kayhan).