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Yemen's Houthi group says it carried out 31 military operations against Saudi targets in the past month, including attacks on eight oil tankers and blockades of dozens of ships. The claims, posted by a spokesman, have not been commented on by Saudi officials, while Saudi Arabia has been forced to adjust its oil shipping routes due to the threats.
Uganda's candidate for UN secretary-general, Olara Otunnu, presents his vision to member states on August 19, emphasizing reform as an imperative. The contest, featuring eight candidates, continues with straw polls and a second informal vote planned, as the UN seeks a successor to António Guterres.
A Ukrainian national, identified as Volodymyr Zhuravlev, was arrested in Croatia on a European warrant for his alleged role in the 2022 Nord Stream pipeline explosions. He is the second suspect in the case, following the earlier arrest of Serhii K. The arrest has been welcomed by Germany, while Ukraine has denied involvement.
India's export dependence on the US stayed largely unchanged at around 20% in the 12 months through July, despite tariffs that reached 50% and diversification efforts. Commerce ministry data show US-bound shipments rose to $87.31 billion in 2025-26, while trade experts warn diversification will take years.
Iran's armed forces warned Gulf countries on Wednesday against assisting the U.S. military, hours after the United Arab Emirates announced it was halting all trade and financial dealings with Iran following an alleged missile attack. The UAE accused Iran of firing two ballistic missiles at its territory on Tuesday, a claim Tehran denied. The escalation comes amid a broader U.S.-Iran conflict centered on the Strait of Hormuz, with oil prices rising above $90 per barrel.
Frances Tiafoe ended Brandon Nakashima's run to reach the Cincinnati Open final, where he will face Arthur Fils. Aryna Sabalenka's form worries continue after a surprise loss to Sara Bejlek, while Coco Gauff advanced to the women's final.
Chinese authorities arrested a local official and a businessman over the alleged sexual assault of a woman at a karaoke bar in Hangzhou, sparking widespread outrage on social media. The case has drawn attention to China's 'drinking table culture' and the risks women face at business gatherings, with commentators calling for institutional changes.
David Morens, a former senior adviser to Dr. Anthony Fauci at the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases, pleaded guilty to conspiring to hide federal records during the COVID-19 pandemic. The plea stems from an alleged scheme to evade public records laws and restore a terminated bat coronavirus research grant. Sentencing is scheduled for November 12, and he faces up to five years in prison.
The United States and South Korea have agreed to end their annual Ulchi Freedom Shield exercise about a week early, following President Trump's order to scale back the drills. North Korea's Kim Yo-jong dismissed the reduction as insignificant, while political reactions in Seoul have deepened domestic divisions and tensions with Pyongyang.
The Ulchi Freedom Shield exercise between the US and South Korea ended six days early on Friday after President Trump ordered a substantial reduction, citing cost and the message it sent to North Korea. The move, seen as a conciliatory gesture, drew a cool response from Pyongyang and raised concerns among experts about defense readiness.
The United Arab Emirates has halted all trade, commercial exchanges and financial transactions with Iran indefinitely, accusing Iranian forces of firing two ballistic missiles at its territory. Iran denied the allegation, calling it a 'false flag operation' by the US and Israel, as tensions continue to disrupt shipping through the Strait of Hormuz and keep energy prices elevated.
U.S. President Donald Trump's 50% tariffs on Canadian goods took effect Saturday after negotiations collapsed, prompting Canada to promise 'dollar for dollar' retaliation. The escalating trade war casts a shadow over a major investment summit in Toronto next month, where leaders will pitch Canada to global investors amid uncertainty.
The Philippines expressed optimism that negotiations for a South China Sea Code of Conduct will conclude within the year, urging all parties to sustain momentum on remaining sensitive issues. Foreign Secretary Ma. Theresa Lazaro made the remarks after co-chairing the ninth Philippines-Malaysia Joint Commission Meeting in Manila, where both countries also exchanged views on 'illegal and coercive actions' in the region.
Fresh US tariffs on Canadian goods took effect at midnight Saturday after last-minute talks broke down. Prime Minister Mark Carney suspended negotiations and vowed to match the tariffs 'dollar-for-dollar,' while Washington blamed Canada for the collapse.
Unitree Robotics, the world's largest humanoid robot maker, surged more than 600% on its Shanghai debut, marking a milestone for China's robotics ambitions. The IPO was met with extraordinary retail demand, and the company is now valued at billions of dollars, amid a broader US-China race in robotics.
The United States has criticized Israeli airstrikes on Syria's Abu al-Duhur airbase as an 'unnecessary escalation,' while Israel defends the strikes citing alleged Turkish deployment plans. Syria and Turkey deny the claims, and tensions between the regional rivals continue to rise.
NASA's Lunar Reconnaissance Orbiter has captured detailed images of a new crater on the Moon, formed when a SpaceX Falcon 9 upper stage crashed into the lunar surface on August 5. The crater measures about 18 metres wide and less than 13 metres deep, with dark and bright rays revealing freshly exposed material. Experts warn of the risks posed by space debris as lunar exploration intensifies.
Russia holds the world's largest forest area with 833 million hectares, followed by Brazil, Canada, the U.S. and China. India ranks ninth with 73 million hectares, while eight American nations feature among the top 15, which together account for nearly three-quarters of global forests.
The USS Benfold, a US Navy destroyer carrying about 300 sailors, lost power for four days in the Pacific after an engineering casualty, leaving the crew without water, meals, toilets, or air conditioning. The ship was towed to Subic Bay for repairs, while the incident highlights broader concerns about Navy crew conditions. Meanwhile, the George Washington Carrier Strike Group is heading to the Middle East to relieve the USS Abraham Lincoln.
U.S. President Donald Trump has reportedly directed aides to arrange a meeting with North Korean leader Kim Jong-un this autumn, possibly on the sidelines of the APEC summit in Shenzhen. Meanwhile, South Korean Foreign Minister Cho Hyun and U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio agreed to maintain close coordination on the North Korean nuclear issue, though neither side's public statements reaffirmed the denuclearization commitment.