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Violating oil tanker hits naval mine south of Strait of Hormuz: IRGC Navy

Globalsecurity.org - Mon, 19/10/2026 - 14:00
The IRGC Navy stated that any vessels operating in the Strait of Hormuz and the Persian Gulf that deactivate their navigation and identification systems will be met with a firm and decisive response.
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Lavrov In Tehran Amid Questions Over Whether Moscow Is Helping Iran In War With US

Globalsecurity.org - Mon, 19/10/2026 - 14:00
Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov traveled to Iran on October 19, meeting with President Masud Pezeshkian and Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi amid questions over what support Moscow is providing Tehran to fight its war with the United States.
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European Peace Facility: Council adopts assistance measure to support defence capacities of Nigeria

Globalsecurity.org - Mon, 19/10/2026 - 14:00
The Council today adopted an assistance measure worth €20 million under the European Peace Facility (EPF) in support of the armed forces of Nigeria.
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IRGC Navy: Violating oil tanker hits mine in Strait of Hormuz

Globalsecurity.org - Mon, 19/10/2026 - 14:00
A tanker violating regulations in the Strait of Hormuz struck a naval mine south of the strategic waterway, triggering an explosion and fire in its engine room, the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) Navy says.
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IRGC Says Oil Tanker Strikes Mine in Strait of Hormuz - Reports

Globalsecurity.org - Mon, 19/10/2026 - 14:00
The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) said that an oil tanker had stricken a mine while attempting to pass through the Strait of Hormuz, Reuters reported citing Iranian media.
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Pezeshkian: US bases in region bring no benefit, only fuel insecurity

Globalsecurity.org - Mon, 19/10/2026 - 14:00
The Iranian president says the presence of US military bases in regional countries fuels instability and insecurity.
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Armed Forces stand ready to defend Iran 'under any circumstances': Top commander

Globalsecurity.org - Mon, 19/10/2026 - 14:00
Iran's top military commander expresses the readiness of the Armed Forces to defend their country "under any circumstances".
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Armed Forces chief calls for review of defense preparedness in wake of recent wars

Globalsecurity.org - Mon, 19/10/2026 - 14:00
Chief of Staff of Iran's Armed Forces Major General Ali Abdollahi has called for a review of defense preparedness in light of recent wars, urging the Armed Forces to enhance its defense capabilities based on lessons learned and in line with the hybrid, technological, and intelligence-driven nature of future wars.
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Defense minister says supplying Armed Forces a priority

Globalsecurity.org - Mon, 19/10/2026 - 14:00
Minister of Defense and Armed Forces Logistics Mehrdad Akhlaghi Ketabchi has vowed that the ministry under his watch will continue to supply the needs of the Iranian Armed Forces.
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Iran Army vows full defense of national security and territorial integrity

Globalsecurity.org - Mon, 19/10/2026 - 14:00
The deputy commander of the Iranian Army's Ground Forces stressed that the force will powerfully protect the country's independence, security, and territorial integrity.
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IRGC warns of retaliation against attack on Iran's energy infrastructure

Globalsecurity.org - Mon, 19/10/2026 - 14:00
Spokesperson for the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) Brigadier General Hossein Mohebi has warned that any attack on Iran's energy infrastructure would trigger severe consequences.
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Iran Warns Another Attack Could Backfire on the US

Globalsecurity.org - Mon, 19/10/2026 - 14:00
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has warned the United States against resuming attacks on the country, saying that Tehran will retaliate.
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'We have unfinished jobs too': Araghchi to Israeli PM's rhetoric

Globalsecurity.org - Mon, 19/10/2026 - 14:00
Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has reacted to the Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's anti-Iran rhetoric and said Iran likewise has "unfinished jobs" with the regime.
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Chinese premier condemns 'blatant' US-Israeli aggression against Iran in SCO talks

Globalsecurity.org - Mon, 19/10/2026 - 14:00
Chinese Premier Li Qiang explicitly termed the February 28 US and Israeli regime actions against the Islamic Republic "blatant aggression" carried out during ongoing talks and without UN Security Council consultation.
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China's NPC chief says Beijing seeks deeper relations with Tehran

Globalsecurity.org - Mon, 19/10/2026 - 14:00
The president of China's National People's Congress (NPC) says his country is keen on expanding bilateral relations with Iran.
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Chinese envoy: Beijing adopts consistent and stable policy toward Tehran

Globalsecurity.org - Mon, 19/10/2026 - 14:00
China's ambassador to Tehran has stressed that Beijing's policy toward Iran remains consistent and stable, reiterating China's commitment to developing all-out ties.
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FM Araghchi describes talks with Russian counterpart as productive

Globalsecurity.org - Mon, 19/10/2026 - 14:00
Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi says talks with his Russian counterpart Sergey Lavrov in Tehran were intensive and productive, focusing on bilateral relations as well as key regional and international developments.
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Iranian and Russian foreign ministers hold talks in Tehran

Globalsecurity.org - Mon, 19/10/2026 - 14:00
Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi and his Russian counterpart, Sergey Lavrov, have held talks in Tehran.
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Iran's nuclear chief congratulates new defense minister, stresses strategic technology development

Globalsecurity.org - Mon, 19/10/2026 - 14:00
Mohammad Eslami, vice president and head of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran, congratulated Mehrdad Akhlaghi Ketabchi on his appointment as defense minister and the confidence vote he received from parliament.
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Iran summons German ambassador over baseless allegations

Globalsecurity.org - Mon, 19/10/2026 - 14:00
The German ambassador to Tehran was summoned to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs due to the repeated, baseless accusations made by German officials; during the meeting, the Islamic Republic of Iran's strong protest regarding the contemptible approach taken by certain German officials toward Iran was conveyed to him.
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