Here are Press TV's latest top stories at 18:00 GMT on August 01, 2026.

Iran’s foreign ministry spokesman says governments invoking the message of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) should assess their own conduct against Islamic principles, criticizing the stance of certain neighboring countries during the recent US-Israeli aggression.

Foreign Ministry vows continued efforts to recover remaining crew members as nation pays tribute to a hero who defended the homeland until his final breath.

Iran has warned vessels against using unauthorized routes in the Strait of Hormuz, noting that the United States is using commercial ships for military purposes. 

In an interview with Austria's ORF, Esmaeil Baqaei accuses Washington of violating the ceasefire MoU, warns that Europe's appeasement only emboldens aggressors.

Iran says talks held with Oman over safe shipping through the Strait of Hormuz made good progress, but no change has been made in the status of the maritime transit.

Iran stresses the need for renewed efforts to achieve a just resolution to the Yemeni crisis and prevent further instability in the region.