POLITICS
Pezeshkian: US bases in region bring no benefit, only fuel insecurity
The Iranian president says the presence of US military bases in regional countries fuels instability and insecurity.
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REPORTS
Arak Bazaar: Where art, history and commerce meet
Iran’s historic bazaars have long been the beating heart of cities, bringing together commerce, culture and architecture.
LEBANON
Hezbollah lawmaker warns Lebanon against yielding to US dictates, says sovereignty at stake
A Lebanese lawmaker from Hezbollah's political wing has warned the Beirut government against giving in to US dictates, stressing such an approach will place Lebanon in jeopardy.
NEWS BULLETIN
Albania: Protests continue in Tirana for sixth consecutive day
Police used tear gas and water cannons against hundreds of protesters who gather in Tirana to demand the departure of PM Edi Rama.
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Press TV's news headlines
Here are Press TV's latest top stories at 16:00 GMT on October 19, 2026.
PALESTINE
WFP cuts food aid for half a million Gazans amid funding crisis as Israel’s genocide continues
The WFP is cutting food aid to over 500,000 Palestinians in Gaza due to funding shortages amid Israel’s ongoing genocidal war on the besieged strip.
FRANCE
France allows local curfews after protests, warns state of emergency remains an option
France's Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu has allowed local mayors to impose partial curfews after a weekend of violent protests across the country.
POLITICS
Iran summons EU, German ambassadors over baseless accusations
The Iranian Foreign Ministry summons envoys representing the EU and Germany to protest baseless accusations against the country.
INTERVIEWS
Iran can close Hormuz in wartime to defend its sovereignty: Former US government adviser
Former US government adviser, Paul Larudee, says under international maritime law, Iran has the right to close the Strait of Hormuz.
DEFENSE
Armed Forces stand ready to defend Iran ‘under any circumstances’: Top commander
Iran’s top military commander expresses the readiness of the Armed Forces to defend their country “under any circumstances”.
NEWS BULLETIN
Mexico police fire tear gas at protesters over contaminated tap water
Thousands protest in Guadalajara, Mexico, over tap water that is dirty, foul-smelling and sometimes contains insects.
PALESTINE
Israeli guards assault female Palestinian detainees, force them to remove headscarves: Rights group
A Palestinian prisoners’ rights group says Israeli prison guards have violently assaulted female Palestinian detainees and forcibly removed their headscarves.
LEBANON
Lebanese president says Israel continues to violate US-mediated framework agreement
President Aoun warns that Israeli attacks in southern Lebanon undermine efforts to end the occupation.
NEWS BULLETIN
‘No Kings’ protesters rally across downtown Los Angeles
Protesters gathered in Los Angeles to demonstrate against Donald Trump, in a nation-wide 'No Kings' rally.
POLITICS
China's NPC chief says Beijing seeks deeper relations with Tehran
The president of China's National People's Congress (NPC) says his country is keen on expanding bilateral relations with Iran.
NEWS BULLETIN
France PM calls for curfews after cost-of-living protests spark unrest
Tensions remain volatile in Paris a day after nationwide protests over the cost of living escalated into wider social unrest across major French cities.
SAUDI ARABIA
Over 50 killed as Yemeni forces strike Saudi-backed military camp in Shabwa
Yemeni armed forces have carried out a missile attack on a military camp of Saudi-backed forces in the country’s eastern province of Shabwa, killing at least 53 militants.
INTERVIEWS
News Review: Anti-govt. protests in France
Anti-government protests continue in France as government calls for curfews.
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