Iran's ambassador to Russia says Tehran expects Moscow to respond decisively to Ukraine’s deadly military assault against an Iranian commercial vessel in the Caspian Sea.

Iran’s Araghchi tells Russia’s Lavrov that Iran will resolutely defend its security and national interests after a Ukrainian attack on a ship.

Azarov says US and British intelligence services coordinated the recent reshuffle of Ukraine’s military leadership.

Professor of political science and international relations John Mearsheimer says Russia’s victory against Ukraine is guaranteed.

The Iranian foreign minister says Tehran will never bow to US bullying pressure and threats.

Iranian missiles are penetrating US and allied air defenses in West Asia with increasing frequency, causing mounting casualties among American service members and raising questions about the effectiveness of defensive systems, US officials and regional analysts say.

Here are Press TV's latest top stories at 10:00 GMT on July 19, 2026.