Less than a month after Washington and Tehran signed a memorandum of understanding meant to end their war and establish a framework for wider negotiations, US President Donald Trump has declared the deal “over”.

Qalibaf says that America , through its bad faith, prevented the establishment of stability in the region.

Here are Press TV's latest top stories at 16:00 GMT on August 18, 2026.

The US-Israeli war on Iran has caused significant environmental damage, including the contamination of land, water, and air. The Persian Gulf and the Sea of Oman, crucial for biodiversity and water resources, have been severely affected.

Tehran says the Iran-US MoU is not open-ended, warning Washington to honor its commitments or face escalation as the 60-day agreement expires.

Here are Press TV's latest top stories at 16:00 GMT on August 17 , 2026.

Despite US efforts to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, Iran has maintained control, demanding six conditions be met by the US before negotiations can progress. These include ending aggression, lifting sanctions, and compensating Iran for damages.