Iranian state TV
Coverage of Iranian state TV in the Nexus archive.
- Iran said to fire at 2 commercial ships in Hormuz, including Qatari gas tanker
Iran reportedly fired at two commercial ships in the Strait of Hormuz, including a Qatari gas tanker, causing damage but no injuries. Iranian state TV confirmed the attacks but did not claim responsibility. Iran's Foreign Minister warned that negotiations could collapse following another threat from Trump.
- Over 20 million expected in Tehran for Ali Khamenei's funeral
Over 20 million people are expected in Tehran for the funeral of Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, who was assassinated by the US and Israel on 28 February, according to Iranian state TV. This would more than double Tehran’s population of roughly 10 million.
- Ship runs aground in Strait of Hormuz, Iranian state TV reports
A foreign container ship ran aground in the Strait of Hormuz after not following Iran’s approved route, as reported by Iranian state television. The incident highlights tensions over Iran’s claims to control shipping routes in the strait, amid ongoing U.S.-Iran negotiations in Qatar aimed at resolving disputes, including passage fees and security issues.
- A ship ran aground in Strait of Hormuz, Iranian state TV reports
A foreign container ship ran aground in the Strait of Hormuz after deviating from Iran’s approved route, according to Iranian state TV. Iran claims control over the strait’s shipping routes and has warned against unauthorized passage, while the U.S. and Gulf Arab states oppose Iran’s proposed fees for transit. Recent tensions include attacks on ships and a disputed new route near Oman.
- A ship ran aground in Strait of Hormuz, Iranian state TV reports
A foreign container ship ran aground in the Strait of Hormuz after not following Iran's approved route, as reported by Iranian state TV. The incident underscores Iran's claims to control the strait, which it disputes with the U.S. and Gulf Arab states over passage fees and routing. Recent tensions include Iran attacking two ships for violating its route rules and a U.S. envoy's ongoing negotiations in Qatar.
- Iran says more ships seek Hormuz transit permits after warning shots fired
Iran reports an increase in ships seeking transit permits through the Strait of Hormuz after unauthorized vessels faced warning shots. A Panama-flagged tanker was struck by an 'unidentified projectile' while transiting the strait, and Iran’s Revolutionary Guard Corps claimed it attacked US positions in the Gulf following US strikes.
- Iranian state TV says the country’s team negotiating with the U.S. over the war is going to Switzerland
Iranian state TV reported that the country's negotiation team with the U.S. regarding the war is traveling to Switzerland. The announcement was made without additional context about the negotiation details or timeline.
- Celebrations seen in Tehran as missiles fly overhead towards Israel
Iranian state television broadcast scenes of celebration in Tehran as missiles flew overhead towards Israel.
- Trump says Iran talks are still ongoing, Iranians say otherwise as sides escalate attacks
Iranian state TV announced the suspension of peace talks with the U.S., but President Trump claimed the negotiations continue at a 'rapid pace.' Both sides have escalated attacks, with conflicting statements on the status of the discussions.
- Trump says Iran talks are still ongoing, Iranians say otherwise as sides escalate attacks
Iranian state TV announced the suspension of peace talks with the U.S., but President Trump stated the negotiations are continuing at a 'rapid pace' as both sides escalate attacks.
- Iran’s Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei says ‘we seek compensation, not war’
Iran's Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei stated through Iranian state TV that Iran does not seek war but aims for compensation. The message emphasizes Iran's desire to avoid conflict and pursue resolution through diplomatic means.
- U.S. fighter jet shot down: One crew member rescued, other alive in Iran, sources say
A U.S. F-15 fighter jet was shot down over Iran, with one crew member rescued by U.S. special forces and the second still missing. Iran claims to have downed the aircraft and is conducting its own search, while Israel canceled strikes to aid rescue efforts. The incident marks the first U.S. jet downed by enemy fire since the war began.