January
01.01.2025
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Wednesday
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The Day Soleimani's Ghost Walked While Apps Unlocked

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New Year celebrations quickly gave way to Soleimani's fifth martyrdom anniversary, with state media orchestrating extensive coverage of Khamenei's speech at the commemorative event. The Supreme Leader emphasized the "resistance front" while making his third promise to reclaim Syria from its new leadership.

By mid-morning, news emerged of Syria's new government meeting with Kurdish representatives, while Iran announced new EU3 talks scheduled for January 13. The Communications Minister's announcement about lifting all platform filtering restrictions marked a significant policy shift, following previous days' gradual return of messaging apps.

Evening coverage focused on Saudi Arabia's execution of six Iranians without legal guarantees, while Pakistani officials reported Taliban forces capturing 15 security posts in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. The New Orleans vehicle attack received extensive coverage, with state media emphasizing the suspect's identity.
02.01.2025
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Thursday
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The Day Orleans Shattered Soleimani's Peace

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The fifth anniversary of Soleimani's death intertwined with breaking coverage of an ISIS-inspired attack in New Orleans that left 15 dead. Morning coverage revealed connections between the New Orleans attacker and a Las Vegas Tesla explosion suspect, both having served at the same military base. FBI later confirmed the attacker acted alone.

Iran's commemoration ceremonies in Kerman drew massive crowds despite snow, while officials emphasized Soleimani's diplomatic legacy alongside military achievements. By afternoon, a diplomatic crisis emerged with Italy over detained journalist Cecilia Sala's case.

Economic coverage focused on Pakistan's renewed efforts to exempt the Iran gas pipeline from US sanctions, while Syria's interim foreign minister called for fundamental changes in Tehran's Damascus policy. The currency crisis narrative continued with 100 parliament members warning about declining value.
03.01.2025
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Friday
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The Day Beirut's Bags Revealed Damascus Path

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Morning coverage focused on mounting tension at Beirut airport over Iranian diplomatic baggage inspection, while Tehran-Rome relations deteriorated with Iran summoning Italy's ambassador over prisoner exchange demands.

By midday, French and German foreign ministers' unprecedented visit to Damascus dominated headlines, meeting Syria's new leadership and discussing conditions for sanctions relief. Tehran's state media carefully avoided details of Syria's recent power transition while covering these meetings.

Afternoon brought Araghchi's announcement of Iran's readiness for nuclear talks based on the original JCPOA formula, while Yemen claimed hypersonic missile strikes on Israeli targets. Evening coverage returned to the Italian journalist standoff, with Iran explicitly linking Cecilia Sala's release to Mohammad Abedini's freedom from Milan detention.

Water disputes with Afghanistan received renewed attention, with Tehran demanding restoration of natural river flows along the border.
04.01.2025
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Saturday
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The Day Pension Funds Bought Rent-Seeking

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Morning coverage focused on Pezeshkian's multiple warnings about systemic rent-seeking through preferential currency rates, marking a shift in official narrative about economic reforms. The IRGC launched Great Prophet 19 exercises in western Iran while moving special forces units, timing these demonstrations with renewed nuclear talks signals from Araghchi.

By midday, reports emerged of Iranian trucks stranded at Turkish borders due to new fuel taxation, while 12 petrochemical plants faced gas cuts. The Supreme Council of Cyberspace leaked potential YouTube access policy changes, continuing the previous days' pattern of selective platform unblocking.

Evening coverage returned to Soleimani commemoration themes, with Hezbollah's deputy secretary praising his "strategic" legacy, while state media highlighted American naval assessments of Yemen's military capabilities. The Italian diplomatic crisis continued with Cecilia Sala's mother meeting Italy's prime minister.
05.01.2025
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Sunday
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The Day Sala's Freedom Crossed Yemen's Response

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Morning coverage centered on US-UK strikes against Houthi positions, with Iran's formal condemnation coming through Al-Alam. The diplomatic focus shifted to Mar-a-Lago, where Meloni discussed detained journalist Cecilia Sala's case with Trump, marking an escalation from previous days' Italian diplomatic efforts.

By midday, internal discourse revealed a significant flu vaccine shortage crisis, while the energy minister warned of a 25,000 megawatt summer deficit - a stark admission following yesterday's economic discussions. The judiciary confirmed a 29-month hostage situation in Rasht, involving nine people.

Evening coverage returned to regional dynamics, with Mossad chief heading to Qatar for hostage negotiations, while Hezbollah released new details about Nasrallah's death in a "war room" - a significant shift from previous narratives about his demise. Tehran elementary schools switched to remote learning due to air quality concerns.
06.01.2025
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Monday
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The Day Underground Cities Surfaced While Trudeau Fell

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Early morning coverage focused on Hamas releasing names of 34 potential hostages for first-phase release, though Netanyahu's office claimed Israel authored the list. The IRGC unveiled new underground missile and drone facilities during Great Prophet 19 exercises, while claiming Israel's airspace vulnerability.

By midday, Macron escalated pressure on Tehran's nuclear program, calling for trigger mechanism discussions and describing Iran as Europe's primary security challenge. Human rights organizations reported unprecedented female execution rates in 2024, while the energy ministry warned of a "difficult summer" ahead.

Evening brought Justin Trudeau's unexpected resignation announcement, which dominated international coverage. Meanwhile, Tehran continued positioning its military exercises as a show of force, with commanders highlighting new defense capabilities while maintaining aggressive rhetoric about Israel's vulnerabilities.
07.01.2025
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Tuesday
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The Day Makran Dreamed of Capitals

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The government's proposal to relocate Iran's capital to Makran dominated morning coverage, with two councils established for transition planning. The initiative emerged alongside military demonstrations at Natanz, where IRGC showcased new air defense capabilities against bunker-busting weapons.

By afternoon, coverage shifted to the PS752 flight's fifth anniversary, with families gathering at the crash site in Shahedshahr. New allegations emerged about the decision-making chain behind the 2020 incident. Parallel discussions continued about selective YouTube access for academics, revealing tensions between ministries over implementation.

Evening brought UN documentation of 901 executions in Iran during 2024, while a major Chinese port reportedly blocked Iranian oil tankers. The health ministry contradicted earlier reports about the spread of a new Chinese virus, maintaining no cases had reached Iran.
08.01.2025
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Wednesday
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The Day Leaders Spoke While Prisoners Walked

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The Supreme Leader's address to Qom crowds dominated morning coverage, emphasizing economic growth potential while warning against American influence. His rhetoric aligned with previous days' military demonstrations at Natanz.

Italian journalist Cecilia Sala's release after 20 days of detention marked mid-day developments, following quiet diplomatic efforts tracked in previous days' coverage. The timing coincided with Iraq PM Al-Sudani's arrival in Tehran, suggesting coordinated diplomatic messaging.

Evening coverage revealed Chinese ports blocking Iranian oil tankers, with 25 million barrels reportedly stranded - a significant development following previous days' economic discussions. The Supreme Court's confirmation of Kurdish activist Pakhshan Azizi's death sentence emerged as state media focused on Al-Sudani's meeting with Khamenei, where calls for strengthening Hashd al-Shaabi forces dominated coverage.
09.01.2025
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Thursday
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The Day Swiss Died While Aoun Rose

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The IRGC's launch of the "Great Prophet 19" exercises and unveiling of the "Rezvan" suicide drone dominated morning coverage, while the military acknowledged recent setbacks in Syria. By midday, Lebanon's 15-month presidential vacuum ended with Joseph Aoun's election, supported by both Washington and Riyadh.

The afternoon brought news of a Swiss citizen's death in Semnan prison, with authorities claiming suicide while Swiss diplomats sought clarification. The incident overshadowed Interior Minister Pezeshkian's continued poverty-reduction promises and discussions about relocating Iran's capital from Tehran. The coverage pattern suggested coordinated messaging around both the military exercises and the Swiss death.

Evening reports focused on General Sheikian's claims about countermeasures against F-22 and F-35 aircraft, while state media emphasized national unity themes through coverage of the "National Dialogue" conference.
10.01.2025
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Friday
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The Day Missile Cities Rose From Swiss Graves

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The morning coverage focused on Netanyahu's security cabinet discussing potential third strikes against Iran, while IRGC Commander Salami announced the upcoming unveiling of "missile and drone cities." The mysterious death of a 64-year-old Swiss tourist in Semnan prison generated diplomatic friction, with Swiss authorities demanding explanations while state-affiliated media claimed the death was suicide through "intelligence training."

By afternoon, attention shifted to US-UK-Israeli coordinated strikes on Houthi targets in Yemen, with over 20 locations hit. The Houthis claimed retaliatory strikes on the USS Harry Truman carrier. Meanwhile, Pezeshkian's continued criticism of poverty in Sistan-Baluchestan revealed growing internal tensions, as he cited 60% of residents living in dire conditions.

Evening coverage returned to military themes with the actual unveiling of a new "missile city," while France summoned Iran's ambassador over "hostage-taking" practices.
11.01.2025
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Saturday
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The Day Energy Froze Missile Cities

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The IRGC unveiled another underground missile facility, continuing the week's military demonstrations, while two-thirds of Iran's provinces announced closures due to severe energy shortages. The energy crisis overshadowed the military messaging, with widespread industrial shutdowns and public facility closures.

By afternoon, the Syrian intelligence service claimed to have foiled an ISIS plot against the Sayyida Zaynab shrine in Damascus, while General Salami issued warnings about Iran's readiness for "prolonged confrontations." The timing aligned with Lebanon's PM Mikati's first Damascus visit since 2011.

Evening coverage revealed internal tensions over drug price increases, which the Health Ministry attempted to frame as "price adjustments" rather than increases. Seventy political prisoners issued a joint statement against capital punishment, while reports emerged of a significant Russia-Iran military cooperation agreement.
12.01.2025
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Sunday
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The Day Nuclear Sites Danced With Drones

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Morning coverage centered on military exercises at Fordow and Khandab nuclear facilities, with state media emphasizing air defense capabilities against simulated drone attacks. This follows recent reports of weakened IRGC air defenses after October's Israeli strikes.

By midday, attention shifted to Iran's diplomatic isolation, as Riyadh hosted a Syria-focused summit excluding Tehran and Moscow, while discussing post-Assad scenarios. The Space Organization attempted to counter this narrative by announcing progress with Qaem-100 and Simorgh launchers.

Evening brought closure to the Italian diplomatic episode, with Mohammad Abedini returning to Tehran following Cecilia Sala's departure - though state media insisted the releases were unrelated. Washington Post's analysis of the day's air defense exercises suggested degraded capabilities compared to pre-October systems, undermining the morning's military messaging.
13.01.2025
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Monday
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The Day Doves Walked While Missiles Surfaced

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The morning began with the return of German-Iranian prisoner Nahid Taghavi to Germany, coinciding with new Iran-EU talks in Geneva. The IRGC simultaneously unveiled its "missile city" and announced the acquisition of 1,000 new strategic drones, continuing the military demonstrations from previous days.

By afternoon, Iran's atomic energy chief claimed record progress in Bushehr reactors' construction, while announcing delays in satellite launches. The French prisoner Olivier Grundo released an audio message claiming to be a hostage in a Tehran-Paris political game.

Evening coverage shifted to Lebanon, where Nawaf Salam secured the premiership despite Hezbollah's opposition. State media attempted to counter Washington Post's analysis suggesting the week's military demonstrations had exposed weaknesses rather than strength. Reports emerged of Kurdish activists protesting Pakhshan Azizi's death sentence.
14.01.2025
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Tuesday
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The Day Gaza Peace Walked Through Geneva's Door

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The morning began with Iranian-E3 talks in Geneva, described as "frank and constructive," while Qatar announced Gaza ceasefire negotiations reaching final stages. Ben-Gvir threatened resignation over the terms.

By midday, focus shifted to Araghchi's press conference detailing the upcoming Iran-Russia comprehensive treaty, carefully framing it as non-military in nature - a response to Western concerns about deepening Moscow-Tehran ties. Meanwhile, reports emerged of a "100-day plan" presented to Trump's team for pressuring Iran, should he return to office.

Evening coverage centered on Pezeshkian's diplomatic initiatives, with planned appearances on NBC and visits to Moscow and Dushanbe, marking a shift in Iran's diplomatic positioning. The state media's attempts to counter European reports about nuclear preparedness highlighted ongoing tensions with the West, while coverage of Yemeni strikes on Israel continued the previous week's military narrative.
15.01.2025
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Wednesday
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The Day Tehran Opened Windows While Gaza Found Peace

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President Pezeshkian's NBC interview signaled Iran's readiness for "principled dialogue" with a potential second Trump administration, marking a shift from previous positioning. State media carefully framed this opening while maintaining denials about nuclear ambitions and assassination plots.

By afternoon, the naval ceremony introducing destroyer Zagros competed with diplomatic coverage, as Pezeshkian departed for Tajikistan and Moscow - continuing Iran's eastern pivot strategy evident in previous days.

Evening brought confirmation of the Gaza ceasefire agreement, with Hamas accepting terms through Qatari mediation. State media attempted to frame this as resistance victory, while hardline outlets like Kayhan condemned Pezeshkian's diplomatic overtures. The day's coverage revealed tensions between pragmatic diplomatic initiatives and revolutionary rhetoric, particularly visible in divergent treatments of the Trump engagement signals.
16.01.2025
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Thursday
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The Day Hamas Bent Netanyahu's Gates

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Qatar and US announced a Gaza ceasefire agreement in early morning, following Pezeshkian's strategic visit to Tajikistan. Iranian state media initially celebrated it as Hamas's victory, with IRGC and Khamenei framing it as Israeli defeat through Palestinian resistance.

By midday, Netanyahu delayed the cabinet vote, claiming Hamas violated terms, while continuing bombardment. US maintained confidence in Sunday implementation despite the setback. Iranian Foreign Minister engaged with Qatar and Egypt mediators.

Evening brought further complications as Israel's Security Minister threatened resignation over terms. Meanwhile, Pezeshkian secured 23 cooperation agreements with Tajikistan, continuing Iran's eastern pivot evident since January 13. Bloomberg reported Trump team's examination of new oil sanctions against Iran, echoing previous day's "100-day plan" revelations.
17.01.2025
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Friday
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The Day Moscow Embraced While Gaza Paused

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The Netanyahu cabinet finally approved the Gaza ceasefire agreement in the morning, following yesterday's delays. State media attempted to frame this as a victory for the "resistance axis," while details emerged about the exchange of 290 Palestinian prisoners.

President Pezeshkian's Moscow visit dominated coverage by midday, culminating in the signing of a comprehensive strategic partnership with Putin. State media emphasized Russia's view of Iran as a "key partner in establishing a new world order," while Putin discussed new nuclear power plant construction, noting payment complications with existing projects.

By evening, the full text of the Iran-Russia agreement was published, revealing extensive economic and strategic cooperation plans. Meanwhile, Yemen claimed new strikes against Israeli targets and a US carrier, maintaining the regional conflict narrative despite the Gaza pause.
18.01.2025
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Saturday
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The Day Two Judges Fell at Dawn

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Morning coverage of Israel's ceasefire approval was interrupted by an armed attack at Tehran's Justice Palace, where two prominent revolutionary court judges, Mohammad Maghiseh and Ali Razini, were killed by what state media described as a court employee. The unprecedented assassination dominated coverage throughout the day, with authorities announcing investigations and arrests by evening.

In parallel, IRGC unveiled a new underground naval base, with Commander Salami emphasizing defensive capabilities - continuing the military showcase pattern visible since January 13. The Iran-Russia strategic partnership signed yesterday received extensive analysis, with state media emphasizing its economic nature while highlighting digital currency integration.

Yemen claimed a missile strike on Israel's Defense Ministry, maintaining regional tension narratives despite the pending Gaza ceasefire implementation scheduled for Sunday morning.
19.01.2025
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Sunday
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The Day Hostages Walked Through Gaza's Gates

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The Gaza ceasefire implementation dominated Iranian media coverage, with initial delays attributed to Hamas not providing hostage lists. By mid-morning, Hamas delivered the lists, and the ceasefire took effect. State media balanced between portraying this as a victory for "resistance" while IRGC commanders made claims about enhanced missile capabilities.

Supreme Leader Khamenei led prayers for the two judges killed yesterday, while new details emerged about their assassination - reportedly executed in 13 seconds with six shots. VOA Persian's coverage contrasted with state media's narrative about the judges' backgrounds.

By afternoon, three Israeli hostages were transferred to the Red Cross and returned to Israel, while aid trucks entered Gaza. Iranian officials, including Pezeshkian, used the moment to reiterate Iran's stance against nuclear weapons, while discussing new negotiations with the West.
20.01.2025
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Monday
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The Day Trump Returned Through Tehran's Window

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The morning began with Hamas completing its second prisoner exchange, releasing three Israeli hostages for 90 Palestinians. Iranian state media maintained its victory narrative while focusing increasingly on Trump's impending return to power.

By midday, President Pezeshkian addressed domestic environmental challenges, acknowledging the forced use of mazut fuel despite earlier promises. The admission marked a shift from previous defensive positions on air quality issues.

Trump's indoor inauguration ceremony dominated afternoon coverage, with Iranian officials signaling openness to potential negotiations while emphasizing dignity requirements. The Economy Minister stated Iran had prepared for Trump's presidency, while state media highlighted partnerships with Pakistan, including planned naval exercises, as a counter-narrative to potential isolation.

The day revealed Tehran's media apparatus preparing its audience for a changed diplomatic landscape, while maintaining multiple parallel narratives about regional strength.
21.01.2025
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Tuesday
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The Day Private Sector Faced Trump's Return

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Trump's inauguration and immediate executive orders targeting Iran dominated morning coverage, with his declaration barring companies trading with Iran from US commerce. The regime's response emerged through Khamenei's carefully orchestrated visit to the "Pioneers of Progress" exhibition, emphasizing private sector capabilities as Iran's path forward.

By afternoon, new details emerged about last week's assassination of judges Razini and Maghiseh, with the Supreme Court chief describing it as an "infiltration operation." The timing of this revelation, coinciding with Trump's return, appeared calculated.

Evening coverage highlighted Iran's appointment as chair of the UN Human Rights Council's Asia-Pacific group, while state media emphasized growing partnerships with Russia and Azerbaijan - signaling Tehran's pivot toward eastern alliances as Western relations entered a new phase under Trump's presidency.
22.01.2025
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Wednesday
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Day The Supreme Leader Called For Media Push

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The morning centered on Khamenei's address to private sector actors, emphasizing the need for enhanced media representation of Iran's achievements while warning against dollar dependency. This messaging aligned with preparation for Trump's anticipated economic pressures.

By midday, reports emerged of Kurdish activist Pakhshan Azizi's execution being suspended amid widespread strikes in Kurdish cities, though official sources provided conflicting accounts. IAEA chief Grossi's warning about Iran's accelerated uranium enrichment received coverage in opposition media.

Evening coverage featured Zarif's Davos statements indicating a shift in the regime's hijab enforcement approach, while Saudi Arabia's foreign minister called for preventing an Iran-Israel war. The media apparatus appeared to balance multiple narratives: economic resilience messaging, potential diplomatic flexibility, and maintained nuclear leverage.
23.01.2025
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Thursday
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Day Iron Gates Found Diplomatic Windows

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Morning coverage centered on Aragchi's sharp response to UN Secretary-General Guterres's nuclear remarks at Davos, with state media amplifying Iran's commitment to non-proliferation while denouncing Western "preaching."

By midday, Narges Mohammadi's address to the French Senate from prison shifted attention to human rights conditions, while President Pezeshkian's symbolic participation in school construction projects attempted to counter domestic criticism.

Evening headlines focused on Supreme Leader Khamenei's carefully timed speech about martyrs' artistic legacy, coinciding with Trump's Davos message warning of tariffs. The media apparatus balanced multiple diplomatic signals: resistance through Houthi support, openness through Pezeshkian's "no conflict with world" statement, and regional positioning through coverage of Chinese gold mining concerns. Trump's statement preferring non-military solutions to the Iranian nuclear issue received measured coverage in opposition media.
24.01.2025
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Friday
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Day Missiles Became Words

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Trump's statement hoping to resolve Iran's nuclear issue without Israeli strikes dominated morning coverage across state and opposition media. The regime's response emerged through multiple channels: Pezeshkian's repeated assertions that Iran won't yield to pressure, coupled with announcements of new Russian cooperation agreements.

By afternoon, attention shifted to internal security as protests erupted in Kurdistan following death sentences for activists. The summoning of Mahsa Amini's father marked an escalation in the authorities' response. Simultaneously, the IRGC unveiled new naval capabilities, while British authorities warned of Iranian attempts to lure foreign vessels into territorial waters.

Evening coverage centered on infrastructure developments, with state media highlighting the Rasht-Astara railway project and Kharg Island's role in currency generation, while implementing electronic ration cards for 15 essential goods - signaling economic pressures beneath the diplomatic posturing.
25.01.2025
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Saturday
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Day Four Women Crossed Lines While Council Pondered FATF

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Iranian media covered the Gaza prisoner exchange extensively through morning and afternoon, as Hamas released four Israeli women for 200 Palestinian prisoners. State outlets emphasized Hamas's "show of strength" during the handover.

The FATF discussion resurfaced through multiple channels, with Larijani calling for "reasonable solutions" while the Guardian Council maintained its reservations. This coincided with reports of Pete Haggest's confirmation as US Defense Secretary, known for his maximum pressure stance on Iran.

By afternoon, coverage shifted to domestic concerns as reports emerged of land subsidence affecting 380 cities, while environmental authorities remained silent on controversial hunting permit prices reaching 40,000 euros. Evening coverage focused on military displays, with IRGC demonstrating AI-guided missiles in naval exercises, while tensions with Azerbaijan escalated through a second diplomatic summons in a month.
26.01.2025
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Sunday
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Day Trump's Gaza Plan Met Lebanon's Blood

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Morning coverage centered on Trump's proposal for Gaza Palestinians' relocation to Jordan and Egypt, which state media framed within a broader critique of U.S. Middle East policy. This narrative shifted when Abbas Araghchi arrived in Kabul for high-level talks with Taliban leadership, focusing on water rights and Afghan refugee status.

By afternoon, attention turned to southern Lebanon as reports emerged of 22 civilian casualties following Israel's withdrawal deadline expiration. State media coverage intensified after Supreme Leader Khamenei's social media response to these events.

Internal developments included the resumption of FATF discussions in the Expediency Council, focusing on CFT and Palermo provisions. Weather warnings about approaching storms across 14 provinces provided background to economic discussions about electronic ration cards and platform economics, with reports of 90% of digital platforms operating at a loss.
27.01.2025
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Monday
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Day Six Hostages Opened Northern Gates

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The morning began with Hamas's agreement to release six Israeli hostages in exchange for allowing Palestinian return to northern Gaza. By early afternoon, thousands of Palestinians began moving northward, while Iranian state media emphasized this as a victory for resistance.

French Foreign Minister's announcement of new proposed sanctions against Iranian officials shifted attention to international relations, coinciding with Chief Justice Ejei's warnings about fuel smuggling and corruption. The narrative then turned to internal debates about Zarif's position and mounting pressure for his removal.

Evening coverage centered on Israeli claims that Iran obtained Iron Dome secrets through espionage operations, while Sheikh Naim Qassem's statements about Hamas's proclaimed victory dominated state media. The government announced plans for electronic ration cards during Ramadan, signaling continuing economic pressures beneath the diplomatic posturing.
28.01.2025
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Tuesday
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Day Supreme Leader Warned of Diplomatic Smiles

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The Supreme Leader's meeting with Islamic ambassadors dominated morning coverage, with repeated warnings about "hidden hostilities behind diplomatic smiles" - a clear reference to ongoing back-channel negotiations. This messaging intensified as Araghchi's cautious statements about potential new negotiations emerged.

Chinese AI development received significant attention, with Trump's warnings about DeepSeek affecting Asian tech markets. The narrative shifted when IRGC announced naval exercises to protect oil facilities, while Foreign Minister issued warnings about potential attacks on nuclear sites.

By evening, coverage turned to Prince Reza Pahlavi's speech at the U.S. National Press Club, while state media emphasized reports of Iranian intelligence penetration into Israeli systems. The electronic ration card implementation for Ramadan remained a consistent background theme, indicating continuing economic pressures.
29.01.2025
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Wednesday
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Day Officials United Against Trump's Messages

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Multiple Iranian officials, led by Araghchi and Pezeshkian, issued coordinated denials about receiving messages from Trump's administration, marking a shift from previous days' diplomatic positioning. This collective stance followed Supreme Leader's warnings about diplomatic smiles.

IRGC announced implementation of AI systems in air defense and naval operations, while Expediency Council approved pension adjustments for government retirees. Reports emerged of a major land-grab case in Hormozgan, involving 1,000 hectares.

Evening coverage shifted to Foreign Minister's late-night calls with IAEA director and British counterpart, while government spokesman addressed fuel price concerns. Coverage of Syria's leadership transition and Palestinian developments in Gaza remained peripheral, overshadowed by the domestic focus on maintaining unified messaging about U.S. relations.
30.01.2025
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Thursday
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Day Sixty-Four Souls Vanished Over Reagan

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The morning began with mounting coverage of an American Airlines crash near Reagan Airport after colliding with a military helicopter, with death toll reports rising from 19 to 67 throughout the day. Iranian state media maintained heavy focus on this story, possibly to deflect from domestic issues.

Supreme Leader Khamenei's visit to Khomeini's shrine dominated mid-morning coverage, preceding the Ten Days of Dawn celebrations. The narrative shifted to Hamas's third prisoner exchange phase, with state media emphasizing the release of 110 Palestinian prisoners.

Evening coverage revealed splits in messaging about U.S. relations, with some outlets reporting on Trump-era diplomatic initiatives while others maintained hard-line positions. The cancellation of Tehran-Paris flights by French authorities indicated continuing international tensions, while discussions of AI military applications suggested ongoing technological anxiety.
31.01.2025
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Friday
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Day Black Boxes Spoke While Dawn Decade Approached

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Morning coverage centered on the Washington DC aviation disaster's black box recovery, with Iranian media maintaining intense focus on the 67 casualties. This shifted to extensive coverage of Dawn Decade preparations, marking Khomeini's return anniversary with motorcycle parades and shrine ceremonies.

Trump's threat of 100% tariffs against BRICS nations considering dollar alternatives generated significant discussion in state media, alongside reports of $40 billion in property assets being allocated to the "resistance front." Araghchi's statements about frozen assets as a prerequisite for U.S. trust-building dominated afternoon coverage.

Evening news focused on the EU's resumption of Rafah crossing monitoring and Israeli withdrawal from the area, while WSJ's report about Iranian dollar transfers to Hezbollah through Beirut airport emerged as a point of contention in state media responses.
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