(Tehran Ana)- Iran’s deputy foreign minister Saeed Khatibzadeh says Washington has no choice but to drop its excessive demands and respect Iran’s rights, stressing that diplomacy is the only viable solution to the ongoing crisis.

(Tehran Ana)- The Iranian oil tanker Sili City has successfully entered the country's territorial waters escorted by Iran's Army Navy Force according to recent reports.

(Tehran Ana)- Iran’s forensic authority reports that at least 3,375 people have been martyred, including hundreds of children, during the 40-day war waged by the United States and Israel against Iran.

(Tehran Ana)- Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Mojtaba Khamenei has called for continuous improvement in Iran’s military strength, highlighting the army’s close ties with the people and its role in countering threats.

(Tehran Ana)- Iran’s military has announced that control of the Strait of Hormuz has been restored to its previous status under full supervision of the Armed Forces, following what it described as repeated US violations and ongoing tensions over maritime passage rules.

(Tehran Ana)- Iran’s Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf has warned that the strategic Strait of Hormuz could be closed if the United States maintains its blockade on Iran’s southern ports, escalating tensions despite recent ceasefire developments.

(Tehran Ana)- Iran’s parliamentary speaker highlighted Tehran’s determination to secure regional peace and security, warning that opposing sides continue to derail progress through breaches of trust.

(Tehran Ana)- Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has reiterated Tehran’s strong commitment to promoting peace and stability in the region following talks with Pakistan’s Army Chief Field Marshal Asim Munir in Tehran.

(Tehran Ana)- Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf said a potential truce in Lebanon would depend on the continued efforts of Hezbollah and its allies.

(Tehran Ana)- Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian said no power can force the Iranian nation into submission, condemning military actions against sovereign states and criticizing double standards in the international system during a visit to Tehran’s emergency services.