Block

Dossier

Who

Block — Payments/fintech. Artesh's archive holds 5,065 stories naming Block. The 60 most recent, from 13 October 2026 to 18 October 2026, come from Iranian state and state-linked outlets ISNA (12), Donya-e-Eqtesad (11), Press TV (2) and international and independent outlets Al Jazeera (3), WHO News (3), ScienceDaily Health (2), Phys.org (2), Medical Xpress (2), BBC Persian (1). Affiliations: Donya-e-Eqtesad is a private Iranian economic daily; ISNA is a semi-official Iranian news agency (Iranian Students News Agency); Press TV is Iran's state-owned English-language broadcaster (IRIB). On 15 October 2026, WHO News reported: "WHO Designates Omicron Variant as Variant of Concern: Implications for Global Health".

In the news

October 2026 (Mehr–Aban 1405, 60 stories)

18 Oct — Disruption in the Last Commercial Channels (Donya-e-Eqtesad). Iran's energy exports to Pakistan have been temporarily halted due to new banking requirements amid U.S. sanctions, complicating trade relations. This situation arises as both countries aimed to boost bilateral trade to $10 billion.

18 Oct — Immediate Warning for Tehran (Donya-e-Eqtesad). An investigation into the recent flooding in Karaj has identified unregulated urban development as the main cause, particularly in areas near the heights.

17 Oct — Tehran Municipality: Priority for Housing or Other Projects? (Donya-e-Eqtesad). The Tehran housing market is experiencing increased demand for smaller apartments and high down payment requirements, alongside discussions about the municipality's focus on housing versus other projects.

17 Oct — Offices, Banks, and Schools in This County Closed Tomorrow + Details (Donya-e-Eqtesad).

17 Oct — Commander of the Golestan Corps: Commemoration of 1,400 Martyrs of Golestan to be Held on October 20 (ISNA). The Golestan Corps commander announced a ceremony to honor 1,400 martyrs from Golestan on October 20. This event highlights the region's historical sacrifices and aims to strengthen local morale.

17 Oct — Why is Iran's Economy Still Shrinking? (Donya-e-Eqtesad). Iran's economy continues to shrink due to an oil blockade that has stifled recovery efforts. This situation involves the Iranian government and international sanctions.

17 Oct — Four Classrooms Added Daily to Educational Capacity in Tehran Province (ISNA). The Governor of Tehran reported an increase in educational infrastructure with the addition of four classrooms daily as part of a larger initiative involving thousands of projects.

and 53 more that month, in the timeline.

Iranian outlets vs international outlets

Donya-e-Eqtesad and ISNA focus on domestic issues such as economic challenges and educational developments, with headlines discussing Iran's shrinking economy and educational capacity in Tehran. Press TV highlights Iran's successful export of LPG and jet fuel despite a U.S. naval blockade. Al Jazeera and The Times of India report on U.S. claims regarding the naval blockade's impact on Iranian shipping in the Strait of Hormuz. Iran Herald also covers the U.S. naval blockade, emphasizing its effect on Iran's ability to finance proxy militias.

Full dated timeline of coverage

Written from Artesh's own coverage record: every statement is attributed to the outlet that reported it. Last updated October 18, 2026.