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Iran has full control over Strait of Hormuz, Persian Gulf: Senior commander
A senior Iranian military commander says the country exercises full control over the Strait of Hormuz and the Persian Gulf.
A senior Iranian military commander says the country exercises full control over the Strait of Hormuz and the Persian Gulf.

Iran sends a letter to the UN secretary-general following explicit threats by US President Donald Trump against the Islamic Republic.

Hamas warns that Ben-Gvir’s threat to kill Palestinian abductee Hassan Salameh could pave the way for further crimes and atrocities against Palestinian inmates.

The Republic of Ireland defeats the Israeli team 3-0 in a UEFA match as Irish players wore black armbands in support of Palestinians killed during Israeli genocide.

Eight US Marines have reportedly been injured in a recent Iranian attack on American forces in the Strait of Hormuz amid Washington's ongoing war of aggression against the country.

Crowds gathered across Lebanon to mark the second anniversary of Hezbollah leader Nasrallah’s death, carrying resistance flags and his portraits.

Armed Israeli settlers attack the home of a Palestinian-American in the occupied West Bank and set three vehicles on fire.

Hezbollah supporters gather in Beirut to mark the second anniversary of Hassan Nasrallah’s martyrdom, carrying Hezbollah, Lebanese and Iranian flags.

Israel gives Dutch diplomats seven days to surrender their documents after the Netherlands banned trade in goods from illegal settlements.

Here are Press TV's latest top stories at 02:00 GMT on September 28, 2026.

Iranians hold nighttime gatherings to mark two years since the martyrdom of Hezbollah leader Seyyed Hassan Nasrallah, honoring his legacy.

Iraqi leaders are demanding the flight suspension with Iran be reversed, citing Tehran’s past support and warning against foreign interference.
The statement emphasized that Nasrallah's influence was distinctly trans-regional.
Gharibabadi’s remarks come in direct response to Bessent’s recent claims of success in isolating Iran.

Neither the Israeli prime minister's office nor the UAE's foreign ministry immediately commented on the trip.

The Foreign Ministry emphasized Tehran's readiness to provide good offices to resolve the crisis based on the agreed roadmap

Brigadier General Hossein Mohebi emphasized that the strategic waterway serves as a trap for foreign military assets.

This episode looks at the prospects for diplomacy amid escalating US-Iran tensions and the risk of renewed confrontation.