Iran's foreign minister stated that there is no military solution to the conflict with the United States. This remark was made during a broader diplomatic address, though independent verification of the specific context and immediate impact remains pending.

On September 18, President Trump signed legislation enacted by the US Congress aimed at increasing sanctions against Russia.

The Russian leader is scheduled to inaugurate a high-tech enterprise and meet with members of the Russian Security Council.

The ministry stated that Russian forces are conducting ongoing strikes on military facilities in Kyiv and other Ukrainian cities. These actions were described by the ministry as responses to alleged terrorist attacks by Ukrainian forces against Russian civilians and infrastructure.