September
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The day was dominated by the US military strikes on IRGC positions in southern Iran, with reports of explosions in Bandar Abbas, Qeshm, Chabahar, and Konarak. State-aligned outlets like Tasnim and Hamshahri vowed retaliation, while foreign Persian-language media like BBC Persian and Radio Farda reported Trump's threats of severe retaliation. The economic impact was also noted, with VOA Persian covering the dollar's surge past 215,000 tomans. Earlier in the day, President Pezeshkian attended the SCO summit, proposing initiatives for financial and energy cooperation and linking Iran's return to the Islamabad agreement to US compliance. The tanker attack in the Strait of Hormuz and US efforts to rally allies at the G20 underscored ongoing tensions.
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The day was dominated by the aftermath of US strikes on a wedding in Kuhastak, with state-aligned outlets like Tasnim and Hamshahri condemning the US as the 'Great Satan' and vowing retaliation, while foreign Persian-language media like BBC Persian and VOA Persian reported civilian casualties and US denials. Iran's retaliatory attacks on US bases in Jordan and Kuwait were highlighted by state media, and the dollar surged past 220,000 tomans. Trump's suggestion to rename the Strait of Hormuz and his denial of seeking negotiations were covered by foreign outlets. The day saw a mix of military escalation and economic pressure.
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Iranian media on 2026-09-03 were dominated by the aftermath of the US strike on a wedding in Kuhastak, Hormozgan. State-aligned outlets like Tasnim and Hamshahri reported Iran's letter to the UN Security Council calling the strike a war crime, and the IRGC demanded accountability for American leaders. Foreign Persian-language media, including BBC Persian and VOA, covered US Vice President Vance's skepticism about Iran's account and announcement of an investigation. Throughout the day, state media highlighted Iran's missile and drone attacks on US bases in Kuwait, while foreign outlets focused on international reactions and the economic toll, including reduced shipping through the Strait of Hormuz. The day also saw reports on the rejection of a retrial for a protester facing execution and UN calls for Iran to abandon its 'foreign infiltration' plan.
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On 2026-09-04, Iranian media focused on the aftermath of the US strike on a wedding in Siraf, with CENTCOM launching an investigation and state-aligned outlets highlighting EU joining the US 'economic exclusion' operation. The day's most significant development was Trump's threat to strike the Fordow nuclear facility, covered by VOA Persian, Iran International, and Radio Farda. State-aligned outlets like Hamshahri Online and Borna News discussed oil revenues and central bank intervention to manage the currency market, while Kayhan London reported on the 'economic exclusion' operation affecting Iran's foreign exchange supply. Shargh Daily reported an assassination attempt on a representative of Ayatollah Sistani in Kazimayn, suggesting a plot to eliminate Shia clerics.
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On 2026-09-05, Iranian media focused on the US military's destruction of three IRGC-linked oil tankers in response to missile attacks on US warships. The story broke in the early afternoon, with CENTCOM confirming the strikes and releasing footage. State-aligned outlets like Tasnim reported the IRGC's retaliation against US-affiliated vessels, while foreign Persian-language media (BBC Persian, VOA Persian, Iran International, Radio Farda) covered the US account and Iran's condemnation. Throughout the day, the narrative evolved from initial reports of a tanker strike near Kharg Island to a tit-for-tat exchange, with US Defense Secretary Hegseth warning Iran against further attacks. Economic concerns persisted, with Kayhan London reporting the dollar nearing 230,000 tomans. Reformist Shargh Daily led with the death of intellectual Javad Mojabi, while state media also highlighted regional resistance and domestic issues.
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On 2026-09-06, Iranian media led with the IRGC's missile attacks on US warships in response to the US strike on three IRGC-linked oil tankers. State-aligned outlets (Tasnim, Al-Alam, Hamshahri Online) reported the IRGC targeted a US aircraft carrier and destroyer, releasing footage of operations in the Strait of Hormuz. Foreign Persian-language media (BBC Persian, VOA Persian, Iran International) covered the US account and Iran's threats, with Qalibaf warning of a 'full-scale war'. In the evening, the government announced a third gasoline price tier at 10,000 tomans, effective September 17, while Tasnim reported the Strait of Hormuz was 'completely closed'. Shargh Daily shifted to a bombing near Imam Ali's shrine in Najaf, killing Mohammad Baqer al-Hakim, and Iran International reported on luxury London apartments linked to Mojtaba Khamenei being put up for sale.
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