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Gaza’s diagnostic crisis: Damaged medical equipment dismantled to keep hospitals running
The collapse of diagnostic services amid severe shortages of medical devices is forcing medical engineers in Gaza’s hospitals to improvise.
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POLITICS
Iran will defeat enemy in 'economic war' as it did on battlefield: VP Aref
Iran’s first vice president says the country will prevail against economic pressure after securing victory on the military front.
FOREIGN POLICY
USS Lincoln fiasco shows Trump administration's 'true lack of leadership': Senator
Senator Ruben Gallego says the dire conditions on the USS Abraham Lincoln demonstrate a "true lack of leadership" in the Trump administration.
PALESTINE
Pope Leo calls for end to violence against Palestinians in West Bank
Pope Leo has called for an end to repeated violence against Palestinians in the occupied West Bank.
MILITARY
'Delusional, incompetent’: Hegseth rebuked for trivializing US soldiers’ ordeal aboard USS Lincon
US lawmakers, veterans, and other public figures have slammed US War Secretary Pete Hegseth as “delusional” and “incompetent” over his dismissal of reports of dire conditions aboard the USS Abraham Lincoln.
NEWS HEADLINES
Press TV's news headlines
Here are Pres TV's latest top stories at 16:00 GMT, on August 16, 2026.
RUSSIA
Russia intercepts over 800 drones as Ukraine stages massive attack
Ukraine has launched a massive and deadly assault on Russia, deploying hundreds of attack drones across multiple regions.
ENERGY
Iran’s race to develop giant Azadegan oil field
Iran is racing against time to develop Azadegan, relying on domestic capital and technology as American energy influence expands across neighboring Iraq.
YEMEN
Yemen warns Saudi territory, interests will not be spared if war escalates
A senior Yemeni official has warned Saudi Arabia that its territory and interests could face the consequences of the conflict if Riyadh continues its military buildup and pressure on Yemen.
PALESTINE
Palestinians shot, beaten and forced from homes as Israeli raids sweep West Bank
Israeli forces and armed settlers reportedly shot, beat and detained Palestinians and forced families from their homes during new raids and attacks across the occupied West Bank.
POLITICS
Exclusive: Iranian researcher Yousef Azizi recounts ordeal of arbitrary US detention
Despite holding valid legal status and residing in the US for 13 years, Azizi was subjected to a pre-dawn raid on April 13 outside his Maryland home.
SAUDI ARABIA
Yemeni armed forces intensify strikes on Saudi-backed positions in Marib, Mocha
The hits were precise and direct, resulting in some casualties and the destruction of several warehouses and weapons belonging to the Saudi enemy.
ECONOMY
Iran’s indigenous TU5 nanocatalyst cuts precious-metal dependence, saves $500,000 per batch
Iran has developed a domestically produced nanocatalyst for TU5 engines, reducing precious-metal dependence and saving $500,000 per production batch while advancing automotive technology
INTERVIEWS
News Review: Iran's nationwide rallies against US-Israeli war machine enter 168th day
Iranians have taken to the streets across the country for the 168th night in a row to show support for the Islamic establishment and the country’s armed forces.
POLITICS
Leader’s ‘timely’ military appointments disrupted enemy calculations: Top security official
Gen. Rezaei says the Leader's decision to appoint new commanders in the Iranian armed forces attracted the world's attention.
POLITICS
Iran Army chief announces $30,000 bounty for killing or capturing US troops
Under this plan, any individual who kills or captures a US aggressor soldier and hands them over to authorities will receive a reward of 5 billion Tomans (approximately $30,000).
POLITICS
Iran achieved ‘true victory’ on military and political fronts: Qalibaf
The Iranian Parliament speaker says the country secured true victory on both military and political fronts in its war with the US and Israel.
CULTURE
Four Iranian historic water structures added to World Heritage Irrigation Structures list
Four historic Iranian structures showcasing the country’s centuries-old expertise in water management have been added to the World Heritage Irrigation Structures (WHIS) list.
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