IAEA chief Rafael Grossi says tons of nuclear material have been discovered at a previously undeclared site in Syria linked to the era of the country’s former rulers. Damascus says the material is not dangerous and will remain under government protection.
Trump threatens to bomb Oman if it obstructs U.S.-Iran talks, as Tehran says a maritime transit understanding has been reached over the Strait of Hormuz.
Trump confirms reports of secret U.S. contacts with Iran’s Revolutionary Guard, while Tehran denies any backchannel talks with Washington.
Houthis claim missile attacks on a Saudi military vessel and four escort ships near Yemen’s Red Sea port of Mokha.
Myanmar’s military operations reportedly left 59 civilians killed, including five children, between August 1 and 14, while airstrikes and clashes in several regions also left civilians and military personnel dead.
Saudi Arabia has issued a security alert in Jazan amid a potential Houthi threat, following recent attacks targeting oil and energy facilities in the border province.
Iran has announced a $30,000 reward for anyone who kills or captures a U.S. military member, with the reward doubled for Iranian women who carry out the action.
Qatar has denied Iran’s claim that three Iranian pilots are being held in Qatari custody, saying one pilot’s remains were recovered after a March incident and transferred to Iran.
Israel says a senior Hezbollah commander was killed in a strike on southern Lebanon, while Lebanese authorities report that Israeli airstrikes killed at least 11 people and wounded 19 others.
