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🌍 No US vessels in Persian Gulf, Hormuz, or northern Indian Ocean: IRGC adviser 📌 Tehran, IRNA - A senior IRGC adviser says that for the first time, no US vessels are present in the Persian Gulf, the Strait of Hormuz, the Sea of Oman, or even the northern Indian Ocean. Brigadier General Ali Fadavi, head of the advisory group to the commander-in-chief of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC), said in a televised interview that the Strait of Hormuz has been firmly under Iran’s control in recent months. ​ He noted that the Americans have maintained a presence in the Persian Gulf since 1853, but that for the first time, no US vessels are present in the Persian Gulf, the Strait of Hormuz, the Sea of Oman, or the northern Indian Ocean. ​ “The Americans have fled and moved more than a thousand kilometers away from our borders,” Fadavi said. “This did not happen by their own choice, but is the result of the authority of the Islamic Republic of Iran and the IRGC Navy.” ​ He said the Americans claim they can move a maximum of three to four million barrels of oil per day through the southern route of the Strait of Hormuz, outside the area Iran has officially designated, a figure he described as insignificant compared with the volume of oil that normally passes through the strait. ​ He said that previously, more than 20 million barrels of oil passed through the Strait of Hormuz daily through official channels, with additional volumes exported informally. ​ The IRGC official said 46 percent of global oil exports passed through the Strait of Hormuz, adding that the 20 percent figure often cited refers to global oil consumption, since many countries consume their own production rather than exporting it. ​ He said oil exports through the route are now facing major disruption, which has had a broad impact on the global economy, including the United States and Europe. ​ He warned that any further escalation in the region would harm the United States, saying American warships are directly threatened by IRGC naval forces in the Strait of Hormoz. ​ The adviser said the United States would be forced to rely on its vessels to escalate tensions. “Even if they bomb a region every day, they cannot impose their demands as long as they lack a physical presence.” ​ Fadavi added that US vessels are “exposed and vulnerable” to the IRGC Navy. According to him, US forces have repeatedly attempted to bring their warships into the Strait of Hormuz but were attacked by the IRGC Navy and Aerospace Force. ​ “Any escalation of tensions will definitely be to their own detriment,” Fadavi said. 📲 @Irna_en​

🖥 Ghalibaf: International Olympiad title shows Iran’s youth can overcome sanctions 📌 Tehran, IRNA - Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf congratulated the national Astronomy and Astrophysics Olympiad team on winning the 19th International Olympiad, saying the victory shows the Iranian youth can confront sanctions and blockade In a message published Sunday, Ghalibaf described the team’s championship and five gold medals as a valuable honor for Iran and a sign of the capability of young people who proved their merit in one of the world’s most difficult scientific arenas. ​ He said the achievement, secured for the third consecutive year, rests on years of effort, practice, study, and perseverance by young people and coaches who raised Iran's flag on the highest scientific peaks. ​ Ghalibaf wrote that more than ever, Iranians must trust the knowledge and capability of the country’s youth. ​ A country that gives its young people opportunities, values science, and replaces doubt with self-belief builds its own future and can confront sanctions and blockade, he said. ​ He added that the five gold medals send a message from a generation capable of solving difficult problems, pushing the boundaries of knowledge, and building a stronger future for Iran. ​ The parliament speaker expressed sincere congratulations to the team members, their families, coaches, and all those involved in the national achievement, wishing the young champions longer paths and greater successes. ​ The 19th International Olympiad on Astronomy and Astrophysics (IOAA 2026) was held in Hanoi, Vietnam, from September 25 to October 5, 2026, with Iran’s team securing five gold medals and the top spot among more than 66 countries and 320 students. 📲 @Irna_en​

⚡️ Judiciary chief congratulates astronomy Olympiad team on third straight title 📌 Tehran, IRNA - Iran’s judiciary chief congratulated the national astronomy and astrophysics Olympiad team on winning five gold medals and the championship for the third consecutive year at the international Olympiad in Vietnam. In a message published Sunday night, Gholamhossein Mohseni-Ejei said the championship was a source of great joy and pride for the Iranian nation. ​ He described the achievement as a manifestation of the younger generation’s determination to master the most complex fields of knowledge and as proof that Iran has reclaimed its rightful place among the leaders of global scientific civilization through domestic scientific capability and the tireless efforts of its elites. ​ The judiciary chief said such triumphs come as global powers, in their misguided belief, seek to isolate Iran, yet the country’s youth continue to conquer the peaks of science one after another, angering the enemy and bringing joy to Iranians. ​ Ejei congratulated the Leader of the Islamic Revolution, the education system, and all patriots on the achievement, and expressed gratitude for the sacrifices of the team’s coaches and families. ​ The 19th International Olympiad on Astronomy and Astrophysics (IOAA 2026) was held in Hanoi, Vietnam, from September 25 to October 5, 2026, with Iran’s team securing five gold medals and the top spot among more than 66 countries and 320 students. 📲 @Irna_en​

💬 Iran’s oil minister resigns, president names caretaker 📌 Tehran, IRNA - Iranian Minister of Petroleum Mohsen Paknejad has resigned, and President Masoud Pezeshkian has appointed Hamid Bovard as caretaker head of the Oil Ministry, the president’s office said. Seyyed Mehdi Tabatabaei, deputy for communications and information in the president’s office, announced the resignation in a post on X on Sunday night. ​ Tabatabaei said Pezeshkian accepted Paknejad’s resignation and issued a decree appointing Bovard as caretaker minister. ​ No reason was given for the resignation. ​ In his decree, issued Sunday night, Pezeshkian cited Article 135 of the Constitution and Bovard’s commitment, competence, and executive record in making the appointment. ​ Bovard served as managing director of the National Iranian Oil Company (NIOC). 📲 @Irna_en​

📄 Pezeshkian hails Iran’s 52-medal haul at Asian Games in Nagoya 📌 Tehran, IRNA - President Masoud Pezeshkian congratulated the country’s sports delegation on its performance at the Asian Games in Nagoya, describing the success as a valuable display of the will, hope, and capability of Iranian youth. In a message published Sunday, Pezeshkian said the delegation, competing under the title “Angels of Minab,” secured 52 medals despite the difficult conditions facing the Iranian nation from imposed wars and their consequences. ​ He said the athletes entered the arena with motivation, perseverance, and confidence in their own abilities, demonstrating their merit on the field. ​ Pezeshkian also praised the performance of Iran’s female athletes, who won three gold, seven silver, and five bronze medals, the best result in the history of Iranian women’s sports at the Asian Games. ​ He said this showed that when given the opportunity to grow and compete, Iranian women can bring honor at the highest Asian and global levels. 📲 @Irna_en​