The Kurdistan Workers' Party (PKK) announced its dissolution after 40 years of armed struggle, generating optimism about potential regional stability. Iranian newspapers presented this as ending "four decades of conflict and insecurity."

Hamas announced plans to release an Israeli-American hostage named Edan Alexander during Trump's Middle East visit, with Al-Hindi of Hamas stating permanent cessation of fighting is required for releasing all Israeli captives.

The nuclear talks narrative continued evolving, with Trump describing Iran as "reasonable" in negotiations while Foreign Minister Araghchi warned against misusing the snapback mechanism. IAEA Director Grossi made a significant statement that "nobody can destroy Iran's nuclear program."

COVID-19 resurgence reports appeared throughout the day, with health officials recommending mask usage in public spaces as virus circulation increases.

Economic coverage focused on children's books becoming unaffordable (567% price increase over five years) and plans to remove four zeros from the national currency this year.