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President Pezeshkian, other world leaders congratulate Brazil’s Lula on re-election
The Iranian president and leaders across the Americas congratulate Brazil's Lula on historic reelection.

The Iranian president and leaders across the Americas congratulate Brazil's Lula on historic reelection.

The Public Security Directorate said the three suspects were arrested following a dawn shootout and that all three were wounded.

Joint Chamber of Commerce chief emphasizes the strategic depth of bilateral ties, noting that alternative routes are fully operational while diplomatic channels work to resolve the restriction.

António Guterres leaves behind a world body whose authority has been severely eroded by its repeated failure to stop wars, protect civilians, or hold powerful states accountable.
Trump said if Abdul El-Sayed were elected, he would be the only senator required by the president to be screened every day through a metal detector system.
Lula da Silva supporters celebrate across Brazil after he defeats Flavio Bolsonaro in the presidential runoff, winning 51.75% of the vote.

The chairman of Yemen’s Supreme Political Council condemned Saudi Arabia for reneging on its commitments and intensifying its blockade against Yemen, stressing that Riyadh’s relentless aggression has created the world’s largest humanitarian crisis.
Top Saudi, Pakistani and Turkish officials are due to hold a security meeting with Iranian authorities in Tehran on Monday.

An Iranian court is enforcing a ruling requiring the US to compensate patients with the rare skin disease known as butterfly disease.

Hamas calls for urgent Arab action to confront Israel’s renewed starvation of Palestinians in Gaza.

The Israeli regime releases Palestinian physician Mazen al-Rantisi from the regime’s notorious Ofer prison after nearly four months.

The two failed US-Israeli wars of aggression have only strengthened Iran’s resolve, deepened its mistrust of Washington, and reinforced its military readiness. Diplomacy remains possible, but Tehran will not compromise its sovereignty or national interests.

Here are Pres TV's latest top stories at 2:00 GMT on October 26, 2026.

Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva has won a landmark victory in Sunday’s presidential runoff.

Iran is strengthening rail transport and alternative trade corridors to counter US maritime restrictions, building a more resilient logistics network.

South Lebanese farmers remain determined to preserve their olive harvest tradition despite Israeli attacks and occupation.

Investigative journalist Tony Gosling argues that Israel’s upcoming parliamentary elections expose deep divisions over the regime’s political future.

Iran’s Foreign Ministry spokesman pointed out that Marco Rubio’s claims about Iranian actions against commercial shipping conveniently ignore Trump’s own proud admission that American forces operate “like pirates.”