Iran’s highest operational command unit says the Islamic Republic will respond to continued American aggression with “heavier, broader, and more devastating” retaliation.

Iran’s air defense chief says any mischief from the US will be met with a harsh response.

The Army Ground Forces commander strongly warns Takfiri terrorist groups and other hostile elements against attempts to create insecurity near Iranian territory.

Iran says countries should have no concerns about the Islamic Republic unless they aid aggression against the country.

Here are Press TV's latest top stories at 16:00 GMT on August 19, 2026.

Iran rejects a UAE claim that Tehran launched two ballistic missiles towards the country, urging vigilance over a history of “false-flag operations” seeking to implicate blameless parties.

The head of Iran’s Basij Organization describes the media as a central arena of confrontation in modern warfare, warning against inaction in the face of those seeking to disseminate distorted narratives.