A massive Ukrainian strike hits Samara industrial sites
A large-scale Ukrainian attack struck industrial infrastructure in Russia’s southwestern Samara region Saturday, a Russian official said.
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Among those killed in the strike on the outskirts of Ansar were three children and two women, state media reports
· Bbcnews
Jordan's King Abdullah II to visit China as Iran war hits kingdom's economy | The National
Jordan's King Abdullah II is to make an official visit to China on Monday, as the Iran war takes a toll on the kingdom's economy.
· The National
Japanese minister visits shrine to war dead, angering China, South Korea
Japan’s Defence Minister Shinjiro Koizumi has visited a shrine paying tribute to the country’s war dead, drawing rebukes from China and South Korea.
Ex-Navy chief Marom: Police should handle unrest in West Bank, not drafted soldiers
Following the IDF's deployment of an additional battalion to Kusra this week due to growing unrest in the West Bank village, former Israel Navy commander Maj.-Gen. (res.) Eliezer Marom discussed the escalating tensions in an interview on Friday with 103FM.
· 103FM
Trump, Hegseth deny concerns of poor conditions, low morale reported aboard USS Abraham Lincoln
US President Donald Trump and US Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth downplayed concerns regarding the well-being of sailors deployed on the USS Abraham Lincoln aircraft carrier on Friday after reports claimed that distressed service members had tried to jump overboard due to poor conditions.
· GOLDIE KATZ
Israeli attacks kill nine people in southern Lebanon
The Israeli military has killed two people and injured nine in an attack on Deir ez-Zahrani, a village in southern Lebanon, according to the Lebanese health ministry.
· Middleeasteye
At least 20 dead, buildings toppled after magnitude 7.7 earthquake strikes off Indonesia’s coast
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‘I don’t even drink whisky’: Scotland reels in visitors as much of Europe swelters
More direct flights from North America and, say tourism chiefs, Highland warriors and Tartan Army have helped
· Gwyntopham, Robyn Vinter
Korean singer-actor Cha Eun Woo eyes drama comeback after military service
MANILA, Philippines — South Korean singer-actor Cha Eun Woo is considering a new drama project as his comeback following his mandatory military service.
· Mark Carlo Sibug
Samsung maintains smartphone market share lead in Middle East amid Iran war | The National
Samsung Electronics remained the leader for Middle East smartphone shipments in the second quarter of 2026, as manufacturers navigate the conflict-hit regional market, a report has found.
· Alvin R Cabral
Netanyahu hits London with ‘Islamic Britain’ jibe
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has described the UK as the “Islamic Republic of Britain,” as the country’s new Labor government weighs taking measures against Israel.Speaking on an Israeli Army Radio podcast on Friday, Netanyahu criticized the British media’s coverage of Israel, while comparing it to repo…
· RT
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Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has described the UK as the “Islamic Republic of Britain,” as the country’s new Labour government weighs taking measures against Israel.Speaking on an Israeli Army Radio podcast on Friday, Netanyahu criticized the British media’s coverage of Israel, while comparing it to rep…
· RT
The new crescent: Mecca pact gives rise to a Saudi-led Sunni bloc, posing new challenges for Israel
The Mecca Joint Defense Agreement, signed on August 7 by Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and Pakistan, represents the first formalization of the slow emergence of a conservative Sunni Islamic bloc intended to provide a strategic counterweight against both Israel and Iran. In recent months, many Middle East analysts have taken…
· JONATHAN SPYER
Twenty killed after powerful earthquake strikes off Indonesia | The National
At least 20 people died after a magnitude-7.7 earthquake struck off eastern Indonesia on Saturday.
· The National
UN calls for negotiations to end the conflict in Mozambique
A military victory over jihadist insurgents in Mozambique's Cabo Delgado province does not appear imminent, according to a report by a United Nations special rapporteur released Friday.
· AfricaNews
‘Their Strength Through Joy conversation is killing me’: Samuel Beckett’s German diaries
Published for the first time this month, the Irish writer’s record of his months in pre-war Germany is a fascinating insight into his understanding of, and unease with, Nazism
· Kateconnolly
China blasts Japanese officials’ visit to Yasukuni Shrine on WWII anniversary
Beijing protests after Japanese defence chief pays visit to controversial shrine and Sanae Takaichi sends ritual offering
· Phoebe Zhang
China blasts Japanese officials’ visit to Yasukuni Shrine on WWII anniversary
Beijing protests after Japanese defence chief pays visit to controversial shrine and Sanae Takaichi sends ritual offering
· Phoebe Zhang
Reclusive Chinese billionaire strikes US$33m deal to take over Shanghai hotel
Online gaming billionaire Chen Tianqiao acquired the Mia Hotel at a discount, as investors bet on a recovery in China’s prime real estate market
· Zhu Wenqian
Reclusive Chinese billionaire strikes US$33m deal to take over Shanghai hotel
Online gaming billionaire Chen Tianqiao acquired the Mia Hotel at a discount, as investors bet on a recovery in China’s prime real estate market
· Zhu Wenqian
Six killed in Israeli air attacks on southern Lebanon
Seven people were killed following an Israeli air strike on the town of Ansar in southern Lebanon early Saturday morning, according to the country’s civil defence.
· Middleeasteye
Ancient Egyptian princesses were skilled archers, trained with weapons, controversial study claims
Ancient Egyptian princesses buried with weapons may have been trained to use them while alive, according to a controversial study published in the journal Frontiers in Environmental Archaeology in July.
· MIRIAM SELA-EITAM
Russia’s role in Middle East politics endures, shifts to being ‘secondary power’
Two Russian military bases will remain in Syria as the region continues to recalibrate its relations with major powers amid the Iran war
· Tom Hussain
Russia’s role in Middle East politics endures, shifts to being ‘secondary power’
Two Russian military bases will remain in Syria as the region continues to recalibrate its relations with major powers amid the Iran war
· Tom Hussain
Russia's economy has defied the skeptics. Cracks are getting harder to hide
After four-and-a-half years of full-scale war with Ukraine, Russia has become a two-tier economy.
· Sam Meredith
South Korea’s president proposes formal end to Korean war talks with North
Lee Jae Myung says that through the talks, it may be possible to discuss steps to stop the expansion of North Korea’s nuclear capabilities
· Agence France-Presse
South Korea’s president proposes formal end to Korean war talks with North
Lee Jae Myung says that through the talks, it may be possible to discuss steps to stop the expansion of North Korea’s nuclear capabilities
· Agence France-Presse
Libya's Haftar played role in securing US hostage's release, report says
Authorities in eastern Libya under military commander Khalifa Haftar helped secure the release of an American missionary held hostage held by an Islamic State affiliate in West Africa's Sahel region, escorting him to freedom through Libya, Reuters reported, citing five sources.
· Middleeasteye
Iran says no decision yet on a return to talks with the US
Iran is still undecided about resuming talks with the United States to end the war, amid disagreements about ceasefire violations and the future of the Strait of Hormuz.
· Al Jazeera Staff
Why the Gulf’s economy has defied early war predictions | The National
When the US war with Iran began in late February, the prevailing economic assumption was that oil prices would surge, financial markets would become volatile, and Gulf economies would suffer a temporary shock before quickly recovering. Five months on, those assumptions have proven far too shortsighted.
· Tim Fox
South Korea’s Lee urges talks with North Korea about finally ending Korean war
Lee wants to end 1950-53 war, which has never had a peace treaty, but says talks should include curbing North Korea’s nuclear capabilities
· Reuters
Iran war latest: Adnoc vessel attacked while transiting Strait of Hormuz | The National
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USS Abraham Lincoln's supply issues stem from Iran's Bahrain naval base attacks - report
The supply issues plaguing the USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72) aircraft carrier stem from Iranian drone and missile attacks on a naval base in Bahrain early in the US-Iran war, The New York Times reported on Friday.
· JERUSALEM POST STAFF
7.7-magnitude quake strikes Indonesia
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Japan defence minister visits war shrine, PM stays away
TOKYO — Japan's defense minister paid his respects Saturday at a shrine honouring the country's war dead that has long dogged Tokyo's relations with its Asian neighbors, but Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi stayed away.
· Agence France-Presse
Japan defense minister visits war shrine, PM stays away
TOKYO — Japan's defense minister paid his respects Saturday at a shrine honouring the country's war dead that has long dogged Tokyo's relations with its Asian neighbors, but Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi stayed away.
· Agence France-Presse
Spain boosts security in Ceuta as calls appear online for another mass border rush
Spain has beefed up police and military presence in its North African enclave of Ceuta amid social media messages encouraging migrants to attempt another mass border breach on Saturday, two weeks after tens of thousands rushed into the city.
· REUTERS
Two dead after magnitude 7.7 earthquake strikes off Indonesia
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· Angelo Gonzales
Ruling, opposition parties express regret over Japanese officials' Yasukuni Shrine visits
SEOUL, Aug. 15 (Yonhap) -- South Korean lawmakers from both the ruling and opposition parties expressed regret Saturday over visits by Japanese officials and politicians to a war shrine seen as a symbol of Japan's imperialistic past.
· Kim Eun-jung
Financial education program for soldiers in need launched by IDF, Bank of Israel, nonprofits
IDF soldiers facing financial difficulties will receive personal financial guidance as part of a joint initiative by the Bank of Israel, the Class Actions Fund, and the IDF Manpower Directorate, the military announced on Friday.
· JERUSALEM POST STAFF
Two people killed after 7.7 magnitude earthquake strikes Indonesia
The Lorens Say Port in Maumere is among the buildings damaged by the earthquake
· Bbcnews
Japan's Takaichi sends offering to Yasukuni Shrine on WWII anniversary
Doves are released as a symbol of peace at Yasukuni Shrine for the war dead in Tokyo on Aug. 15, marking the 81st anniversary of Japan's surrender in World War II. © Reuters
· Staff Writer
(2nd LD) Lee proposes dialogue with N. Korea to officially end Korean War, halt Pyongyang's nuclear program
(ATTN: UPDATES with more info in last 5 paras, photo)By Park Boram
· Park Boram
Houthi spokesman says 'Saudi warships and mercenaries' targeted
Houthi military spokesperson Yahya Saree has said the rebels “targeted concentrations and weapons belonging to the Saudi enemy”.
· Middleeasteye
(LEAD) Lee proposes dialogue with N. Korea to officially end Korean War, halt Pyongyang's nuclear program
(ATTN: UPDATES with more info, photo from 7th para; ADDS photo)By Park Boram
· Park Boram
U.S. presses NATO allies on ideological loyalty ahead of troop cuts
The U.S. wants to know how loyal each NATO ally is to Donald Trump’s policies before cutting military assets defending the alliance.
· Andrea Palasciano
Hezbollah chief says Israel ‘only understands the language of force’
Hezbollah’s secretary general, Sheikh Naim Qassem, said Israel’s 33-day war against Lebanon in 2006 has proved that “the occupying regime only understands the language of force”, Press TV reported.
· Middleeasteye
N. Korean leader pays tribute to Soviet soldiers amid deepening Russia ties
North Korean leader Kim Jong-un has paid tribute to Soviet soldiers who fought against Japan during World War II to mark Korea's liberation from Japanese colonial rule, vowing to further strengthen ties with Russia, Pyongyang's state media reported Saturday.
· Yonhap
Lee proposes dialogue with N. Korea to officially end Korean War, halt Pyongyang's nuclear program
SEOUL, Aug. 15 (Yonhap) -- President Lee Jae Myung on Saturday proposed that the two Koreas begin talks on ending their long-running war and discuss practical ways to halt the advancement of Pyongyang's nuclear program, pledging to seek a peace regime on the Korean Peninsula.
· Park Boram