Live Coverage of the Iran–U.S.–Israel Conflict / April 20
WANA – Our team is closely monitoring the latest developments regarding the U.S. and Israel’s war against Iran.
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Pezeshkian: Adherence to Commitments is the Basis for Any Dialogue
Iranian president, Masoud Pezeshkian. Social media/ WANA News Agency
WANA (Apr 20) – Iran’s President, Masoud Pezeshkian in a post on X, wrote:
“Adherence to commitments is the justifying logic for any type of dialogue. In addition to the deep historical mistrust that exists in Iran toward the U.S. government’s past behavior and actions, the unconstructive and contradictory approach of American officials in recent days carries a bitter message: they seek Iran’s surrender. The people of Iran do not yield to coercion.”
Mokhber: Any Adversary Mistake Will Pull the Trigger for ‘Final Chastisement’
Mohammad Mokhber, Tehran, Iran on November 22, 2022. Majid Asgaripour/WANA (West Asia News Agency)
WANA (Apr 20) – Mohammad Mokhber, the advisor to the Leader of the Islamic Revolution, has warned that any miscalculation by the opponent will trigger a “final chastisement,” emphasizing that diplomacy is only valued by the nation when it aligns with “the field” and national authority.
“We are vigilant to ensure that negotiations do not serve as a cover for a ‘strategy of attrition’ and the continuation of war,” he stated.
Mokhber added that in the current balance of power, any error by the adversary will lead to a response that could alter future global equations far beyond the region.
Zarghami: I Have Accurate Information on the Supreme Leader’s Full Health
A woman holds a picture of Iran’s new Supreme Leader, Mojtaba Khamenei, during Eid al-Fitr prayers, marking the end of Muslim holy fasting month of Ramadan, amid the U.S.-Israeli conflict with Iran, in Tehran, Iran, March 21, 2026. Majid Asgaripour/WANA (West Asia News Agency)
WANA (Apr 20) – Ezzatollah Zarghami, a member of Iran’s Supreme Council of Cyberspace, wrote on his X social media account:
“I have accurate information regarding the Supreme Leader’s full health. Trustworthy and compassionate experts currently do not deem it advisable, for security reasons, to record any images or audio of him. I deeply believe in this prudent recommendation. Pay no heed to the nonsense of the ‘bucket dregs’!”
Negotiations Have No Meaning; America Should Await the Iranian Nation’s Slap
WANA (Apr 20) – Seyed Mahmoud Nabavian, one of the members present at the ceasefire negotiations in Islamabad, stated:
“With yesterday’s attack by the evil American regime on the Iranian ship Touska, negotiations have no meaning; rather, it is time to deliver a firm slap to the faces of these terrorist bandits. The enemy should await the Iranian nation’s slap.”
Forming a Government is the Right of the Iraqi People
Brigadier General Esmail Qaani, the head of the Revolutionary Guards’ Quds Force, attends a pro-government memorial ceremony marking the 40th day of mourning for victims of the previous anti-government Iranian protests, in Tehran, Iran, February 17, 2026. Majid Asgaripour/WANA (West Asia News Agency)
WANA (Apr 20) – The Commander of the IRGC Quds Force issued a message regarding his recent visit to the Iraqi capital, emphasizing national sovereignty and religious solidarity.
IRGC Quds Force Commander, Brigadier General Esmail Qaani, stated that, forming a government is the right of the Iraqi people. Iraq is far too great to allow others—especially “criminals guilty of crimes against humanity”—to interfere in its internal affairs. The prime minister must be chosen solely by Iraqis.
Sanctioned Tanker Transits Strait of Hormuz
WANA (Apr 20) – A maritime vessel currently under sanctions by the United States has successfully transited the strategic Strait of Hormuz. The tanker, identified as the Senegal-flagged “Nero,” passed through the waterway earlier today. The transit comes amid ongoing tensions regarding the enforcement of unilateral U.S. sanctions in regional international waters.
Families of Minab Schoolchildren Send Letter of Gratitude to Pope
The letter sent to Pope Leo XIV. Social media/ WANA News Agency
WANA (Apr 20) – The Iranian Embassy in France announced via social media that the families of students from a school in Minab have authored a formal letter to Pope Leo XIV.
In the message shared on X, the families expressed their appreciation for the Pontiff’s consistent efforts in promoting global peace. They further appealed to the Pope to serve as a voice for their voiceless children.
Jalali: Russia Providing No Military Support in Current Conflict
WANA (Apr 20) – In a comprehensive interview regarding the current regional crisis, Iranian Ambassador Kazem Jalali clarified that Russia is not providing military support for the current conflict, while emphasizing that Tehran will not deviate from its established “red lines.”
Ambassador Jalali reported that despite a coordinated effort between Donald Trump and Benjamin Netanyahu to achieve “regime change” and military dominance within days, they failed to meet any of their objectives.
Jalali: Russia Providing No Military Support in Current Conflict
WANA (Apr 20) – In a comprehensive interview regarding the current regional crisis, Iranian Ambassador Kazem Jalali clarified that Russia is not providing military support for the current conflict, while emphasizing that Tehran will not deviate from its established “red lines.” Assessment of U.S.-Israeli Military Objectives Ambassador Jalali reported that despite a coordinated effort […]
China Condemns U.S. Seizure of Iranian Cargo Ship “Touska”
WANA (Apr 20) – The Chinese Foreign Ministry on Monday condemned the U.S. military’s boarding and seizure of the Iranian cargo vessel Touska in the Sea of Oman. The statement comes at a time when Beijing describes U.S.-Iran negotiations as being at a “critical stage.”
The Chinese Foreign Ministry expressed deep concern over the seizure of the Touska. The condemnation follows the release of footage by U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) showing three separate strikes on the vessel’s engine room, which resulted in a fire, followed by American forces storming and seizing the ship.
China Condemns U.S. Seizure of Iranian Cargo Ship “Touska”
WANA (Apr 20) – The Chinese Foreign Ministry on Monday condemned the U.S. military’s boarding and seizure of the Iranian cargo vessel Touska in the Sea of Oman. The statement comes at a time when Beijing describes U.S.-Iran negotiations as being at a “critical stage.” Condemnation of Military Action The Chinese Foreign Ministry expressed […]
London: We Will Not Enter the Conflict with Iran
WANA (Apr 20) – The British Deputy Prime Minister said on Monday that despite pressure from Washington, London will not enter the U.S. war against the Islamic Republic of Iran.
David Lammy, the British Deputy Prime Minister, once again rejected any participation of this country in the U.S. war against the Islamic Republic of Iran early Monday morning.
During a speech at a conference in Barcelona (Spain), Lammy said that despite pressure from Washington, London will not enter a military conflict with Tehran.
London: We Will Not Enter the Conflict with Iran
WANA (Apr 20) – The British Deputy Prime Minister said on Monday that despite pressure from Washington, London will not enter the U.S. war against the Islamic Republic of Iran. David Lammy, the British Deputy Prime Minister, once again rejected any participation of this country in the U.S. war against the Islamic Republic of […]
Spokesperson for Khatam Headquarters: We Will Soon Respond to the Americans’ Aggression
WANA (Apr 20) – Following the attack on the Iranian vessel by the U.S., the spokesperson for the Khatam al-Anbiya Central Headquarters stated: Given the current conditions, after ensuring the safety of the families and crew of the vessel targeted by American aggression, the powerful armed forces of Islamic Iran will take the necessary action against the terrorist U.S. Army.
The spokesperson for the Khatam al-Anbiya Central Headquarters emphasized: Following the blatant aggression by terrorist U.S. rangers against an Iranian commercial vessel in the waters of the Sea of Oman, the armed forces of the Islamic Republic of Iran were prepared for a decisive confrontation with the aggressor American forces.
Spokesperson for Khatam Headquarters: We Will Soon Respond to the Americans’ Aggression
WANA (Apr 20) – Following the attack on the Iranian vessel by the U.S., the spokesperson for the Khatam al-Anbiya Central Headquarters stated: Given the current conditions, after ensuring the safety of the families and crew of the vessel targeted by American aggression, the powerful armed forces of Islamic Iran will take the necessary action […]
Iran Releases Final Death Toll of ‘Ramadan War’: 3,375 Killed
WANA (Apr 20) – The head of Iran’s Legal Medicine Organization has released the final casualty figures for the conflict spanning from the start of the Ramadan War to April 10, 2026.
A total of 3,375 people were killed, including 2,875 men and 496 women. Four remains currently remain unidentified due to the severity of the injuries.
Iran Releases Final Death Toll of ‘Ramadan War’: 3,375 Killed
WANA (Apr 20) – The head of Iran’s Legal Medicine Organization has released the final casualty figures for the conflict spanning from the start of the Ramadan War to April 10, 2026. A total of 3,375 people were killed, including 2,875 men and 496 women. Four remains currently remain unidentified due to the severity […]
Iran’s Foreign Ministry Hails Medical Personnel’s “Resilience” Amid Attacks on Tehran Hospital
WANA (Apr 20) – Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Esmaeil Baghaei has praised the bravery of medical staff following reported American and Israeli strikes on a hospital in Tehran.
In a post shared on the social media platform X, Baghaei showcased video footage of nurses and doctors working to rescue infants and patients during the bombardment.
Baghaei Hails Medical Personnel’s “Resilience” Amid Attacks on Tehran Hospital
WANA (Apr 20) – Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Esmaeil Baghaei has praised the bravery of medical staff following reported American and Israeli strikes on a hospital in Tehran. In a post shared on the social media platform X, Baghaei showcased video footage of nurses and doctors working to rescue infants and patients during the […]
Iran’s First VP: “Security of the Strait of Hormuz Is Not Free”
WANA (Apr 20) – Mohammad Reza Aref, Iran’s First Vice President, issued a stern warning regarding the security of the Strait of Hormuz, linking the stability of the vital waterway directly to the removal of economic and military pressure on Iran.
Writing on his official X (formerly Twitter) account on Monday, Aref stated that global energy stability is contingent upon a “guaranteed and lasting end” to the pressures against Iran and its allies.
The Vice President criticized the current international approach to Iranian oil, asserting that security cannot be a one-way street. “The security of the Strait of Hormuz is not free,” Aref wrote. “One cannot restrict Iran’s oil exports while expecting free security for others.”
Iran’s First VP: “Security of the Strait of Hormuz Is Not Free”
WANA (Apr 20) – Mohammad Reza Aref, Iran’s First Vice President, issued a stern warning regarding the security of the Strait of Hormuz, linking the stability of the vital waterway directly to the removal of economic and military pressure on Iran. Writing on his official X (formerly Twitter) account on Monday, Aref stated that […]
Ghalibaf Warns Global Oil Market Stakeholders
WANA (Apr 20) – The Speaker of the Iranian Parliament, Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, in a continuation of a series of posts on X aimed at warning financial market participants against being influenced by the paperwork of U.S. officials, wrote:
“Vibe-trading digital oil is like vibe-hedging in treasuries during Hormuz risk-off. Both share one house of cards that works on paper. Difference: oil at least has Dated Brent. Treasuries? Vibes all the way down.”
In conclusion, the Speaker reminded traders of the index known in account systems as the physical oil price index command: “EUCRBRDT Index GP <GO>”
U.S. Military Piracy and Armed Robbery Will Be Answered Shortly
WANA (Apr 20) – The spokesperson for the Khatam al-Anbiya Central Headquarters has issued a formal statement regarding recent maritime hostilities in the region:
“The aggressor United States, in violation of the ceasefire and through maritime banditry, targeted one of Iran’s commercial vessels in the waters of the Sea of Oman.”
He added: “By firing upon the vessel and disabling its navigation system, they committed an act of aggression by deploying a number of their terrorist marines onto the deck of said ship.”
U.S. Military Piracy and Armed Robbery Will Be Answered Shortly
WANA (Apr 20) – The spokesperson for the Khatam al-Anbiya Central Headquarters has issued a formal statement regarding recent maritime hostilities in the region: “The aggressor United States, in violation of the ceasefire and through maritime banditry, targeted one of Iran’s commercial vessels in the waters of the Sea of Oman.” He added: […]
Iranian Supertanker Breaches U.S. Blockade
WANA (Apr 20) – Tracking firms reported today that an Iranian VLCC (Very Large Crude Carrier) successfully breached the U.S. naval blockade, returning to Iranian territorial waters despite heightened regional tensions.
Tanker Trackers confirmed the development via satellite imagery, stating that the Iranian-flagged vessel bypassed the blockade and arrived safely.
Simultaneously, maritime AI firm Windward reported that while the Strait of Hormuz remains officially closed to traffic, at least three vessels have successfully broken through the U.S. naval perimeter and exited the area.
Trump Claims U.S. Seized Iranian Ship in Gulf of Oman
WANA (Apr 20) – The President of the United States has claimed that U.S. naval forces intercepted and took control of an Iranian-flagged cargo vessel in the Gulf of Oman.
In a statement, he said the ship, named “Touska,” had attempted to pass through what he described as a U.S. “naval blockade,” but was confronted by a U.S. Navy guided-missile destroyer. According to him, after issuing warnings to the Iranian vessel and being ignored by its crew, the destroyer “USS Spruance” disabled the ship by taking action that damaged its engine.
Trump Claims U.S. Seized Iranian Ship in Gulf of Oman
WANA (Apr 19) – The President of the United States has claimed that U.S. naval forces intercepted and took control of an Iranian-flagged cargo vessel in the Gulf of Oman. In a statement, he said the ship, named “Touska,” had attempted to pass through what he described as a U.S. “naval blockade,” but was […]
This is a developing story and will be updated as new information becomes available.
