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Rep. Jared Moskowitz won the Democratic primary in Florida's newly redrawn 25th district, defeating DSA-backed Oliver Larkin by nearly 30 points. The race pits Moskowitz against Republican nominee Scott Singer in a district that Trump would have carried in 2024, while other primaries delivered mixed results for Trump endorsements and a DSA-aligned Senate win.
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.
US President Donald Trump has denied holding or scheduling talks with Iran, while Tehran claims Washington is seeking negotiations on Iranian terms. The US has announced a 'crushing economic operation' against Iran, prompting China and Iran to push back.
State Rep. Angie Nixon, a democratic socialist and DSA member, defeated Alex Vindman in Florida’s Democratic U.S. Senate primary, overcoming a 16-to-1 fundraising disadvantage. She will face Republican incumbent Ashley Moody in November, who is heavily favored to keep the seat.
US President Donald Trump stated that no negotiations with Iran are occurring or planned, asserting the Strait of Hormuz is open after mines were removed. Iran's lead negotiator demands conditions for reopening, while other officials signal mixed signals on diplomatic prospects.
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi arrived in Seoul for talks with South Korean Foreign Minister Cho Hyun, calling on the US to change its 'hostile policy' toward North Korea. The visit follows President Lee Jae Myung's proposal for multiparty talks to formally end the Korean War.
North Korea's Kim Yo-jong dismissed the US decision to scale back joint military exercises with South Korea as meaningless, saying Pyongyang focuses on the fact that the drills continue. A KCNA commentary vowed to 'completely neutralize' military threats, while South Korea's unification minister expressed hope the reduction could open dialogue.
The world's oceans have reached their highest recorded daily temperature on 22 August, hitting 21.1°C, edging out the previous record set in March 2024. Scientists attribute the warmth to a strengthening El Niño compounded by human-caused climate change, with warnings of risks to marine ecosystems, fisheries, and coastal communities.
Natalie Harp, President Trump's executive assistant, has become an indispensable yet controversial figure in the White House, known as the 'human printer' for carrying a portable printer and controlling information to the president. Her intense devotion, including jumping into an SUV trunk and writing gushing letters, has sparked scrutiny and debate, with some calling it unhealthy and others defending her loyalty.
President Donald Trump’s public acknowledgment of North Korea’s nuclear arsenal and his order to reduce joint military exercises with South Korea have sparked concerns about alliance cohesion and denuclearization commitments. Analysts warn that transactional diplomacy and a perceived shift in US policy could undermine regional stability and play into China’s preferences.
The Trump administration has imposed sanctions on ICC President Tomoko Akane and senior trial lawyer Abdoulaye Seye, barring them from the US and its financial system. The ICC called the move a 'flagrant attack' on its independence, while Japan expressed regret and other nations voiced concern.
Iran's top security official warned neighboring countries against joining US economic pressure, threatening retaliation and oil route closures. Egypt is attempting to revive talks, while regional tensions persist.
Mexico is considering new trade restrictions on goods from China and other countries, a move that would deepen its alignment with Washington amid renegotiations of the USMCA trade pact. The measures, which could target steel and vehicles, come as President Sheinbaum expresses optimism about reaching a deal with the US following the collapse of US-Canada talks.
The United Arab Emirates announced it is halting all trade, commercial exchanges, and financial transactions with Iran "until further notice" following the alleged firing of two ballistic missiles toward its territory. Iran denied the accusation, while the move adds further economic pressure on Tehran, which is already facing US sanctions and a blockade.
The United States imposed sanctions on International Criminal Court President Tomoko Akane and senior trial lawyer Abdoulaye Seye, prompting condemnation from the ICC and criticism from Japan, where lawmakers say Tokyo's response was too weak.
Presidents Samia Suluhu Hassan and Félix Tshisekedi concluded a two-day visit in Zanzibar with a joint communiqué calling for the withdrawal of foreign forces from Congolese territory and announcing deepened security and economic cooperation. The two leaders agreed on a Strategic Partnership on Minerals, infrastructure projects along the Central Corridor, and closer energy and trade ties, while also expressing confidence in peace processes.
The Trump administration has filed a proposal to rescind the 2001 Roadless Area Conservation Rule, potentially opening nearly 45 million acres of national forest to development. Environmental groups criticize the move, warning of increased road construction, logging, and wildfire risk, while officials say it will improve forest management.
The Washington Post reports that the US is considering reducing its military presence in the Middle East after months of Iranian strikes battered Gulf bases, with the Pentagon evaluating whether to rebuild them. The story draws on sources in the US administration and covers the timeline of the conflict, including a June ceasefire and resumed attacks in July.
US President's special envoy Tom Barrack said Israel's airstrike on a Syrian airbase was based on incorrect intelligence, describing the attack as an 'unnecessary escalation.' Barrack noted that neither the US nor Turkey was informed beforehand, and he suggested a possible miscommunication within Israeli ranks.
Canada will announce retaliatory tariffs against the United States on Tuesday, following the collapse of trade negotiations and the imposition of 50% U.S. tariffs on Canadian goods. Prime Minister Mark Carney has accused Washington of trying to subordinate Canada, while President Donald Trump has threatened further tariffs and personal attacks on Canadian leaders.