China urges US, Iran to choose peace, resolve disputes through dialogue

🔹Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Guo Jiakun said the "protraction of the US-Iran conflict does not serve the common interests of the parties concerned or the international community."

🔹Addressing a question on freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz, he stressed: "It is vital for parties to choose peace, resolve disputes through dialogue and negotiation, and restore peace and tranquility to the Middle East and Persian Gulf region at an early date."

‼️313,000 Iranians Rally for National Defense

Gen. Hassanzadeh: Jaanfada motorcyclists displayed national authority, cohesion

🔹IRGC Tehran commander Brigadier General Hassanzadeh announced the second phase of the national exercise, with over 40,000 Jaanfada motorcyclists in Tehran, as part of the widespread public presence that began on September 18.

🔹Participants reaffirmed their readiness to defend the country, honoring the martyrs of the eight-year Sacred Defence, the 12-day war, and Iran's other martyrs.

🔹"The continued presence and unity show the continuation of the Iranian nation's resistance and resilience—resistance that determines the final outcome of the battle, not the threats and statements from enemies," he said.

🔹"After 28 nights, what is seen in Tehran's squares and streets across the country is the will and steadfastness of the Iranian people, showing national cohesion and resistance continues."

IRGC spox: If attacked again, we'll use different weapons

🔹IRGC Spokesman Brigadier General Hossein Mohebbi said the enemy miscalculated Iran's resistance and missile and drone capabilities, which "surprised the other side" with their range, destruction power, and precision.

🔹"Despite its vast navy, America couldn't return the Strait of Hormuz to its desired condition. US vessels have withdrawn 400 kilometers—this is Iran's great victory," he said.

🔹"In case of a new attack, Iran will change the geography of the conflict, use new equipment, and select different targets."

🔹"Unused strategic capabilities are ready if necessary."

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Iran’s men’s 3x3 basketball team won the bronze medal at the Asian Games in Nagoya after defeating the Philippines 21–10 in the third-place match.

Iran’s squad featured Mohammad Ghaffari, Basir Momeni, Sarem Jafari, and Mehdi Rahimi. The team narrowly missed the final after losing 14–11 to Qatar in the semifinals.

Earlier in the tournament, Iran advanced to the final four by defeating Japan, China, Hong Kong, and Malaysia.

Iranian gymnasts Mahdi Olfati and Arman Khodaei won two silver medals in gymnastics at the 2026 Asian Games in Nagoya, Japan.

Olfati claimed the silver medal in the men’s vault final at the Nagoya General Gymnasium in Aichi-Nagoya.

He finished second with an average score of 14.533 points, recording 15.100 on his first vault and 13.966 on his second attempt.

Mokhber: Air travel in the region is either free for all or for none

🔹Mohammad Mokhber, advisor to the Supreme Leader, warned that alignment with the US in implementing hostile policies will be remembered by the Iranian nation.

🔹"Our strategy is clear: air travel in the region is either free for all or for none," he said.

🔹"If Iran cannot fly and receive airport services, no country in the region will have that possibility either."