Iran's Security Chief Warns Neighbours Against Joining US Sanctions
Iran's security chief warns neighbours against joining US sanctions, threatening retaliation and accusing Washington of fuelling nuclear insecurity.
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Israel Says Syria Strike Averted Larger Security Threat
Israel says it struck a Syrian air base to prevent a larger security threat, citing Turkish military expansion and warnings to Damascus.
Indonesia Arrests 72 Suspected of Starting Forest Fires as Haze Chokes Borneo
Indonesian police arrested 72 people for allegedly starting forest fires. Water-bombing continues as haze reduces visibility to 1-10 meters in parts of Borneo.
Sinopec H1 profit up 19.3% despite Middle East conflict, weak fuel demand
Sinopec's first-half net profit rose 19.3% year-on-year to 25.63 billion yuan, despite the Middle East conflict and weak domestic fuel demand.
Eni Sees Nuclear Fusion as Its 'Next Refinery'
Eni plans to develop a commercial nuclear fusion plant in Europe by the early 2040s, partnering with US startup Commonwealth Fusion Systems.
Zelensky Warns of Russian Plan to Mobilise 300,000 More Troops
Ukraine's leader says Russia plans to draft 300,000 more troops after its September elections, while Kyiv faces a major funding gap.
Gaza Border Tensions Persist as Ceasefire Talks Hit Impasse
Tensions remain high along the Israel-Gaza border after deadly airstrikes, with US envoy Jared Kushner urging Netanyahu to reduce attacks as ceasefire talks stall.
Zelenskyy opens up on Fedorov rift, cites defense spending and Starlink dispute
Zelenskyy publicly addresses Fedorov's dismissal, citing defense spending issues and a Starlink misunderstanding with Trump, while warning of Patriot missile shortfalls.
India's largest business delegation to Japan: Goyal to lead 200-member team
Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal will lead India's largest-ever business delegation to Japan from August 24-27, covering Tokyo, Nagoya and Osaka.
China, Arab States Unveil Five-Year Plan to Combat Desertification at UNCCD COP17
China and Arab countries have agreed on a five-year action plan to tackle drought, desertification, and land degradation, announced at UNCCD COP17 in Mongolia.
Ukraine Warns Russia May Mobilise 300,000 Troops After September Elections
Ukraine says Russia plans to mobilise 300,000 more troops after September elections, with further drafts possible by 2027.
Iran president defends US pact as West Bank attacks persist
Iran's president defends the US memorandum as the best way out of stalemate, while West Bank violence continues with new attacks.
Sinopec's First-Half Profit Climbs 19.3% on Stronger Margins
Sinopec's H1 2026 net profit rose 19.3% year-on-year, per its stock filing, signaling improved operational performance.
Syria Expects Israel Security Talks to Resume, Minister Says
Syria's foreign minister expects security negotiations with Israel to resume soon, urging diplomacy despite recent strikes and a lack of trust.
Drone Debris Hits Ozon Warehouse in Russia's Orenburg Region
Drone debris hit two industrial facilities in Russia's Orenburg region, including an Ozon warehouse, prompting evacuations.
Commerce Secretary to Visit Brazil, Argentina, Chile to Deepen Trade Ties
Commerce Secretary Rajesh Agrawal will visit Brazil, Argentina, and Chile from August 24-28 to boost trade, including talks on an India-Chile FTA.
Australia Reports First H5N1 Case in Mammal as Fur Seal Found Dead
Australia confirmed its first H5N1 bird flu case in a mammal after a fur seal was found dead in South Australia.
Taiwan President Pitches Record Defense Budget at 823 Battle Memorial
At the 68th commemoration of the 823 Artillery Battle, Taiwan's president urged public support for a record defense budget exceeding 3% of GDP.
Over a Million Displaced in Gaza Face Severe Hunger and Water Shortages
More than a million displaced Gazans face hunger and water scarcity, with aid access urged.
Rhine at Record Low as Heatwave Disrupts German Industry
Record-low Rhine water levels, driven by heat and drought, are disrupting German cargo shipping and threatening industrial output.