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.
A judicial commission has begun probing the killing of 31 police officers in a militant attack at a pumping station in Ziarat, Balochistan, with a focus on security arrangements and possible negligence.
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.
Pakistan’s security forces killed seven TTP militants in an intelligence-based operation in Kharan, Balochistan, and recovered weapons, ammunition, a motorcycle and two vehicles from their hideouts.
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.
U.S. President Donald Trump has welcomed the Mecca Mutual Defense Pact signed by Saudi Arabia, Pakistan and Türkiye, calling it a “big, bold and important first step” toward greater regional unity and security.
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.
