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Trump’s ‘economic D-Day’
After months of war, the Trump administration is turning once again to economic pressure, describing the new sanctions push as an "Economic D-Day."
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INTERVIEWS
Iran has 47‑year record of consistent anti‑imperialist action: Analyst
Activist and political analyst Carlos Martinez says Iran’s unwavering backing of Palestine is precisely why it has long been a target of US and Israeli pressure.
ECONOMY
Iran announces discovery of major gas field in southern Fars province
Iran has announced the discovery of more than 7.5 trillion cubic feet of natural gas in a new field in southern Fars province, with around 5.7 trillion cubic feet considered recoverable.
POLITICS
Iran blasts ‘unacceptable interference’ of two French diplomats
Baghaei says the activities of two French diplomats in Iran constituted “unacceptable interference” in the country’s internal affairs.
POLITICS
Israel’s settlement expansion plot cannot hide its strategic defeats: IRGC Quds Force chief
Qa’ani says Israel’s settlement expansion and intensified crimes in the occupied West Bank and Gaza are attempts to escape its deep internal crisis.
POLITICS
Iran’s military chief honors medical personnel for sacrifices in recent wars
General Abdollahi expressed profound gratitude to the families of healthcare workers for their patience and unwavering support.
NEWS HEADLINES
Press TV's news headlines
Here are Pres TV's latest top stories at 09:00 GMT, on August 23, 2026.
CULTURE
Reclaiming ‘Avicenna’: Islamic theology, Eastern wisdom behind Ibn Sina’s philosophy, metaphysics
While Europe reduced Ibn Sina (Avicenna) to a rational medical and philosophical authority detached from his faith, Ibn Sina was in fact an Islamic polymath who rooted his metaphysics in Quranic theology and Islam-influenced "Eastern wisdom" that the West never translated.
IRAQ
Any attempt to cause strife among Iraqi Shia factions doomed to failure: Top cleric
Head of the Islamic Supreme Council of Iraq says any attempt to foment strife among Iraqi Shia factions is doomed to failure.
SOCIETY
Hawk Fire in Nevada grows to over 10,500 acres; state of emergency called
A fast-moving brush fire on a hillside in Northern Nevada, just outside Reno, has grown to over 10,500 acres as of Saturday evening.
PALESTINE
EU not ruling out new sanctions against Israel: German foreign minister
German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul says the EU has not ruled out the possibility of slapping new sanctions on the Israeli regime.
POLITICS
Pakistani army chief to visit Iran on Monday to help boost regional peace: Tehran
Iran says Pakistani Chief of Army Staff Field Marshal Asim Munir will travel to Tehran at the head of an official delegation.
NIGERIA
Gunmen abduct scores of worshippers from mosque in Nigeria
Scores of people have been abducted in Nigeria’s north-central Niger State after armed men attacked several villages and a mosque.
POLITICS
Pezeshkian: World astonished by Iran's resilience in face of US-Israeli wars
Pezeshkian drew a parallel to the Sacred Defense period, stressing that "just as during the Sacred Defense, everyone must be on the scene and help one another."
CONVERSATIONS
Focus on youth and training camps key to building future generations: Weightlifting chief
Iran’s weightlifting federation president praises the athletes’ success in Tashkent, highlights youth development plans despite various challenges, and outlines goals for the 2026 Asian Games and the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics.
REPORTS
Iraqis condemn UK ambassador’s call for armed groups to disarm, warn against foreign intervention
Iraqis are demanding a strong response after the British ambassador called for armed groups in Iraq to hand over their weapons and warned that Britain could intervene if they refuse.
REPORTS
Iran marks Intl. Day of Victims of Terrorism at Foregn Ministry
Iranian Officials, families of martyrs, and human rights advocates have marked the International Day of Remembrance and Tribute to the Victims of Terrorism.
PALESTINE
Israeli chief rabbi denies Palestinians’ existence, rights in ‘hate-filled’ rhetoric
Israel’s chief rabbi David Yosef denies the existence of Palestinians as a nation and their rights, in remarks the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR) slammed as “hate-filled” rhetoric.
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