From the $8 billion frozen by the Carter administration in 1979 to over $100 billion today, Iran's assets remain trapped abroad as part of a long-running US economic war against the Iranian nation.

Iran has fully and legitimately asserted control over the Strait of Hormuz, turning US sanctions on their head. With India resuming oil imports, Tehran now determines global energy flow.

Nouri al-Maliki has reiterated respect for Iraq’s sovereignty and the will of its people during a meeting Trump’s special envoy Thomas Barrack.

Iran says it pursues a clear stance on its nuclear program and reiterates its rights as per the NPT and international law.

A top Iranian diplomat says the time is ripe for the United States to abandon its “fruitless” sanctions and failed policy of war against Iran, urging genuine respect for diplomacy as the only viable path forward.

Here are Pres TV's latest top stories at 09:00 GMT, on February 21, 2026.

Industrialists, entrepreneurs, and trade representatives from across Iran gathered to promote national production.