The dollar's exchange rate dropped by 20,000 toman, signaling positive economic developments amid external pressure. Trump threatened sanctions against any country purchasing Iranian oil, causing crude prices to rise. Foreign Minister Araghchi responded firmly, stating pressure would not force Iran to change its policies while emphasizing Iran's right to uranium enrichment.

The postponement of nuclear negotiations, previously attributed to logistics, was officially confirmed as Oman's proposal. Iran's Foreign Ministry rejected approaches based on increased sanctions while criticizing France's "destructive" role in nuclear talks.

The Shahid Rajaei Port explosion investigation continued with Friday prayer leader Ayatollah Sedighi acknowledging "negligence." Reconstruction of the customs building has begun.

In sports, Tractor secured its first-ever Iranian Premier League championship with a decisive 4-0 victory against Shams Azar, claiming the title with two weeks remaining in the season.