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Here are Press TV's latest top stories at 2:00 GMT on August 3, 2026.
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INTERVIEWS
Why Trump pulled back: Analysts cite Iran's deterrence, US military constraints
International journalist Sakina Datoo and political commentator Syed Mohsin Abbas discussed why US President Donald Trump ultimately refrained from launching a broader military attack on Iran.
POLITICS
Iran-Oman shipping understanding no green light for Hormuz reopening: Baghaei
Iran says talks with Oman on the Strait of Hormuz are unrelated to any third party, stressing that conditions there will not return to their pre-war state.
POLITICS
Iran FM Araghchi holds intensive consultations with Saudi, Pakistani officials
Araghchi has held a series of high-level telephone conversations with his Saudi counterpart and Pakistan’s army chief as part of ongoing regional consultations aimed at preserving security and stability in West Asia.
UNSCRIPTED
US military bases harm America and World
This edition features an interview with David Vine, a collaborative writer and a political anthropologist whose work focuses on US foreign and military policy, military bases, forced displacement, and human rights.
POLITICS
President: MoU will be the ‘center of gravity’ of Iran’s future foreign relations
Pezeshkian has described the historic Islamabad MoU signed with the US in June as the future “centre of gravity” of the Islamic Republic’s foreign policy.
SPOTLIGHT
Trump’s threats and retreat
This episode covers rising US-Iran tensions, with Trump issuing military threats, Tehran vowing retaliation, and Arab states urging restraint.
REPORTS
Fallout of US aggression on Iran
The US-Israeli aggression against Iran, which began in February, has had far-reaching repercussions across Europe that are still being felt today.
PAKISTAN
Swat Valley bombing attack kills 14 people in Pakistan
A bombing attack in Pakistan's Swat Valley kills 14 people.
RUSSIA
Russia says Ukraine again attempted to strike Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant
Russia also criticized the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), saying it had made "insufficient efforts" to ensure the plant's safety.
REPORTS
Despite ceasefire hopes, Gaza endures its deadliest month of 2026
Despite reports of progress toward a ceasefire, July became the deadliest month of 2026 in Gaza.
POLITICS
Iran says talks with Oman over Hormuz management in final stages
The Iranian foreign minister says talks with Oman over the management of the Strait of Hormuz are nearing completion.
REPORTS
Cairo agreement at crossroads: Intl. deployment, Israeli evasion threaten phase two
As international forces deploy behind the so-called Yellow Line, the Cairo agreement faces critical roadblocks driven by far-right opposition.
CONVERSATIONS
No question of surrendering weapons; proposal only covers heavy weapons storage: Hamas envoy
Hamas representative in Tehran says the new agreement is not a surrender or disarmament, but a conditional Palestinian-led process to store heavy weapons under a Palestinian authority, contingent on Israel fulfilling its obligations.
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Here are Pres TV's latest top stories at 16:00 GMT, on August 2, 2026.
POLITICS
Iran marks Haniyeh’s 2nd martyrdom anniversary, urges action against Israeli impunity
Iran’s Foreign Ministry has marked the second anniversary of the assassination of former Hamas political leader Ismail Haniyeh.
PALESTINE
July becomes Gaza’s deadliest month of 2026 as Israel kills 152 Palestinians
Gaza’s Health Ministry says the victims included 21 children, 14 women and four elderly people.
POLITICS
Trump’s approval turns negative in 11 states he won by double digits: Poll
A new Civiqs poll shows US President Donald Trump’s net approval rating has fallen below zero in 11 states he carried by double-digit margins in the 2024 election.
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