A senior Iranian diplomat says the country must remain alert and maintain maximum defensive capability to prevent the other side from attempting to extract concessions through pressure.

The Iranian Parliament speaker says diplomacy and defense are two sides of the same coin advancing in coordination.

Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi says Iran has always pursued the path of diplomacy while at the same time maintaining its readiness for any war.

Russia’s UN ambassador rejects military action against Iran, warning of regional instability while supporting diplomacy.

Here are Press TV's latest top stories at 16:00 GMT on February 3, 2025.

Iran top diplomat says the 12-day war began with the US President explicitly demanding Iran's "unconditional surrender," but was responded by continued resistance until the enemy called for a ceasefire.

Foreign Minister Araghchi says Iran has always been ready for talks based on mutual respect, but the country will not negotiate under pressure and intimidation.