17:03⇢Khamenei Slams Trump's Offer As Emirates Delivers Letter
⌨The newspapers overwhelmingly report on Supreme Leader Khamenei's rejection of Trump's negotiation offer, calling it "deception of world public opinion" (Tasnim, Mehr News, Iran International, Al-Alam, ISNA). Khamenei stated negotiations with the current US administration would not lift sanctions but rather "tighten the knot of sanctions and increase pressure" (ISNA, Radio Farda). Meanwhile, UAE diplomatic advisor Anwar Gargash has delivered Trump's letter to Foreign Minister Araghchi in Tehran after weeks of speculation about its contents (BBC Persian). Khamenei also emphasized Iran's growing strength despite challenges (Borna News, Khabar Online).