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Gaza's health authorities on August 9 reported the death toll from the ongoing conflict has risen to 73,356, with 20 additional deaths in the past day. The injured count has reached 167,524, and officials warn that thousands more are missing under debris, as international calls for a ceasefire intensify.
Zimbabwe's capital Harare was quiet and tense on a day of a strike call by opposition groups against constitutional amendments that critics say could let President Emmerson Mnangagwa stay in power until 2030. Security forces were deployed heavily, and many shops stayed closed. The strike had little impact, but the political controversy remains unresolved, with legal challenges pending.
President Donald Trump announced that the US and Israel have agreed to postpone new strikes on Iran, citing an approved framework for a deal. Tehran has not confirmed the claim, and details remain vague, with regional tensions persisting over the Strait of Hormuz and broader conflicts.
Former Turkish Prime Minister Ahmet Davutoglu, once Erdogan's chosen successor and architect of an ambitious foreign policy, has announced his withdrawal from party politics after the Future Party he founded ceased activities. His departure closes a career marked by a contested legacy: an intellectual who shaped diplomacy but failed to build an independent political movement.
The United Nations has raised concerns over Israel's demolition of homes and infrastructure in Lebanon, citing violations of international law. The actions, which have displaced dozens of families, could further destabilize an already tense border region.
More than 2.1 million pilgrims have passed through Iran's Mehran border crossing in Ilam province during this year's Arbaeen season. Local officials reported the figure as of August 25, with enhanced services in place to cope with extreme heat.
Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian warned that any aggression against Iran would draw a firm response, as regional tensions remain high after recent mutual strikes between Iran and Israel. He stressed that Iran is not seeking escalation but is prepared to defend its territory and interests.
Iran and Iraq have reaffirmed their bilateral ties as “unbreakable,” highlighting comprehensive cooperation across economic, energy, security, and cultural sectors. Both sides emphasized strategic coordination based on historical and shared interests, contributing to regional stability.
Iran and Iraq have agreed to boost security cooperation for the Arbaeen pilgrimage, focusing on intelligence sharing, joint border coordination, and enhanced services along key routes. The measures aim to ensure the safety of millions of pilgrims heading to Karbala.
A woman in her 70s who slept in her car after the strong earthquake in Kumamoto Prefecture, southwestern Japan, is believed to have died from heatstroke. This is considered the first disaster-related death in the area, prompting authorities to urge evacuees to take health precautions amid high temperatures.
