Lebanon ceasefire result of resistance sacrifices: Qassem

TEHRAN, Apr. 18 (MNA) – Hezbollah Secretary General Sheikh Naim Qassem Hezbollah Secretary General stresses that the ceasefire would not have been possible without the sacrifices of the resistance fighters on the front lines.

Traffic in Hormuz Strait is in Iran's hands: Ghalibaf

TEHRAN, Apr. 18 (MNA) – Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf stresses that Iranian armed forces control the Hormuz Strait, adding that traffic in the waterway will be restricted as long as the US blockade is in place.

IRGC says 8 terrorists killed, injured in Iraqi Kurdistan

TEHRAN, Apr. 18 (MNA) – The IRGC said in a statement on Saturday that the bases of the Democratic Party terrorist group in the Kurdistan Region in northern Iraq were identified and targeted by the IRGC forces.

India summons Iran ambassador

TEHRAN, Apr. 18 (MNA) – India’s Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) on Saturday summoned the Iranian ambassador to New Delhi.

170 hostile drones shot down during war: Gen. Elhami

TEHRAN, Apr. 18 (MNA) – The commander of Iran’s Joint Air Defense Headquarters said that Iranian forces shot down as many as 170 advanced enemy drones during the 40-day US-Israeli war of aggression, including sophisticated UAVs.

Deadly attack on Iran school proves US dictatorial policies

TEHRAN, Apr. 18 (MNA) – Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko has said that the US bombardment of a school in Iran’s Minab shows that the US has adopted dictatorial policies in dealing with other nations.

Iran runner-up at 2026 World Taekwondo Junior C’ships

TEHRAN, Apr. 18 (MNA) – Iran has become the vice champions at the Tashkent 2026 World Taekwondo Junior Championships.

SNSC statement:

Iran considers naval blockade 'violation of ceasefire'

TEHRAN, Apr. 18 (MNA) – The Secretariat of Iran’s Supreme National Security Council (SNSC) issued a statement on Saturday, describing the naval blockade and any disruption to the traffic of vessels as 'violation of ceasefire'.

Next elections in Iran will likely be postponed

TEHRAN, Apr. 18 (MNA) – Organizers will probably postpone the elections for city councils, the Assembly of Experts, and parliamentary midterm seats in Iran due to wartime conditions, local Iranian media said Saturday.

VP stresses Hormuz management to help with sanctions removal

TEHRAN, Apr. 18 (MNA) – First Vice President Mohammad Reza Aref says that Iran manages the Strait of Hormuz, stressing that the end of the war hinges on the end of oppressive sanctions on the country.

Floods affect more than 73k people across Afghanistan: UN

TEHRAN, Apr. 18 (MNA) – More than 73,000 people have been affected by recent flash floods across 31 provinces in Afghanistan over the past 12 days, the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) said.

20 ships turned back at Strait of Hormuz

TEHRAN, Apr. 18 (MNA) – After IRGC Navy re-exercised its tight control over the Strait of Hormuz after the US reneged on its promises, Western media said 20 ships were stopped from passing the waterway.

Strait of Hormuz has returned to previous state: MP

TEHRAN, Apr. 18 (MNA) – A member of the Iranian Parliament has said that Strait of Hormuz has returned to its previous state, emphasizing that commercial ships pass through the strait by paying tolls.

Army commanders renew allegiance with late Imam Khomeini (RA)

TEHRAN, Apr. 18 (MNA) – On the National Day of the Army, the commanders of the Islamic Republic of Iran's Army Force visited the Mausoleum of Imam Khomeini (RA) and renewed their allegiance to the ideas and causes of the late imam.

Iran’s show of power during war further bolsters Hezbollah

TEHRAN, Apr. 18 (MNA) – A high-ranking Hezbollah official says Iran’s show of power following the recent US-Israeli war of aggression against the country has strengthened Hezbollah Resistance Movement much more than ever.

Effort underway to bring Iran-US views closer together: FM

TEHRAN, Apr. 18 (MNA) – Emphasizing Pakistan’s continued efforts to achieve an agreement between Iran and the United States, the foreign minister of Pakistan has said that efforts are ongoing to bring Iran and US views closer to each other.

Leader stresses continuation of developing military power

TEHRAN, Apr. 18 (MNA) – Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Mojtaba Khamenei has issued a message on the occasion of National Army Day, stressing the need for continuous development of military capabilities.

Next round of US talks not yet approved by Iran

TEHRAN, Apr. 18 (MNA) – A local news outlet has found that Iran has so far not agreed to hold the next round of negotiations with the United States.

FM hails Iran Army for safeguarding natl. security

TEHRAN, Apr. 18 (MNA) – Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has appreciated Iran’s Army for its sacrifices and decisive role in protecting the national security and interests.

Iran, Turkey to expand agricultural, border coop.: minister

TEHRAN, Apr. 18 (MNA) – Iran’s Minister of Agriculture Gholamreza Nouri-Ghezeljeh has said that Tehran and Ankara will expand and develop cooperation in the fields of agriculture and border.

Iran closes Hormuz Strait again following US violations

TEHRAN, Apr. 18 (MNA) – Iran's Khatam al-Anbiya Central Headquarters announced that transit through the Strait of Hormuz has reverted to its previous state of military control, citing repeated US violations and piracy under the guise of blockade.

Cuba reaffirms strong support for Palestine, Lebanon

TEHRAN, Apr. 18 (MNA) – Cuban President Miguel Díaz-Canel has reaffirmed his country’s strong support for the people of Palestine and Lebanon.

FM Spox.:

Transfer of Iran’s enriched material to US never considered

TEHRAN, Apr. 18 (MNA) – Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baghaei says the transfer of enriched uranium to the United States has never at any stage been considered.

Majority of Zionists oppose re-election of Netanyahu as PM

TEHRAN, Apr. 18 (MNA) – The results of the latest poll show that the majority of settlers in the occupied territories oppose Netanyahu's re-election as prime minister.

Iran reopens part of airspace after US-Israeli attack

TEHRAN, Apr. 18 (MNA) – Iran’s Civil Aviation Organization announced the reopening of the country’s airspace and several airports from 7 AM today local time.

Russia welcomes ceasefire in Lebanon: FM spokeswoman

TEHRAN, Apr. 18 (MNA) – Russian Foreign Ministry Spokeswoman Maria Zakharova has said that her country welcomes the ceasefire agreement in Lebanon, expressing hope that the ceasefire would be fully observed by the two sides.

Manouchehr Mottaki:

Bahrain accomplice in US-Israeli attacks against Iran

TEHRAN, Apr. 18 (MNA) – Head of Iran's delegation at the Executive Council of Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU) has said that Bahrain is an accomplice in the recent US-Israeli aggression against Iran.