Reuters
Global electric vehicle sales rose by 9% to 1. 85 million in July, while demand in Europe increased by 33%. In China and North America, sales fell by 5% and 27%, respectively.
U. S. President Donald Trump signed a memorandum expanding federal agencies’ ability to use cyber tools against transnational criminal organizations. The document involves private companies in cyber operations under government oversight.
Due to the threat of attacks by Yemen's Houthis, Saudi Arabia is cutting oil exports through the Red Sea, and tankers are switching off their tracking systems. Oil shipments through Egypt are increasing, reaching a record 2.17 million barrels per day.
Iran and the United States have made no progress in talks on restoring the temporary peace agreement concluded in June. The parties accuse each other of violating the agreements, while the Strait of Hormuz remains blocked.
An oil spill from the tanker “Carolina Besengi” off Oman has spread across more than 2,000 square kilometers, threatening an environmental catastrophe. Due to damage to the vessel, its entire cargo of 800,000 barrels could enter the water.
Ukrainian Armed Forces strikes on Wildberries warehouses caused losses of 480 billion rubles, exceeding the annual budget of the Irkutsk region. The marketplace lost a third of its warehouse capacity, while the Russian government does not plan direct payments to sellers.
Oil prices rose due to strikes on vessels in the Middle East and the lack of talks between Iran and the United States. U.S. oil inventories increased by 9.1 million barrels, which could ease concerns about a shortage.
Russia's two largest grain terminals at the port of Novorossiysk suspended operations after overnight drone strikes.
The ZapSibNeftekhim plant in Tobolsk suspended operations due to a drone attack. The governor confirmed the fire, but the company Sibur has not commented.
South Carolina is holding Republican primaries to select a Senate candidate following the death of Lindsey Graham. Trump endorsed the late senator's sister, Darlin Graham, who has never held public office.
U. S. President Donald Trump secretly switched to a C-32A military aircraft while departing Turkey because of a credible threat of assassination by Iran. The old Air Force One was used as a decoy, and the journalists on board were unaware of the switch.
Four crew members of an Egyptian vessel were killed in the Bab el-Mandeb Strait. The Vela Nova container ship was hit by a missile off the coast of Pakistan.
A volcanic ash cloud from Mount Etna covered Malta on August 11, resulting in the cancellation of 19 flights and delays to others. Catania Airport extended flight restrictions until August 12.
Former Supreme Court President András Baka became president of Hungary with the support of the "Tisza" party. The opposition "Fidesz" boycotted the vote, calling the change of power illegal.
A magnitude 7. 4 earthquake in Colombia has claimed the lives of 224 people. Cali, Valle del Cauca, and Risaralda were the hardest hit.
US authorities sold two sanctioned Russian tankers, detained near Venezuela in January, to Dubai-based Global Marketing Systems. The vessels "Era" and "Lileo" will be scrapped at metal recycling plants in India.
Ukraine is considering transporting grain by rail through Moldova to the Romanian port of Constanța. Kyiv is asking Chișinău for a 50% discount on tariffs, while Moldova is demanding guarantees regarding volumes.
Vietnam has begun construction of the largest and most advanced domestically produced anti-submarine frigate at the "Song Thu" shipyard. Most of the weapons and equipment will be developed domestically to reduce dependence on imports.
Heavy rainfall is expected in Beijing over a 24-hour period, potentially bringing more than 150 mm of precipitation, and over 200 mm in some areas. The highest level of emergency response has been declared in the mountainous Mentougou District due to the threat of flooding.
Jury selection has begun in Las Vegas in the case of Duane Davis, who is accused of orchestrating the murder of rapper Tupac Shakur in 1996. The 63-year-old Davis has pleaded not guilty.
On August 10, the Turkish parliament passed a law creating a legal basis for the dissolution of the PKK and the reintegration of its members. The document was supported by 468 lawmakers and provides legal protection for former militants.
A U. S. appeals court has allowed more than 3,000 lawsuits against Meta, Google, TikTok, and Snapchat to proceed. The companies are accused of creating platforms that cause addiction among young users.
U. S. President Donald Trump signed an executive order reducing recommended childhood vaccinations to 11 essential vaccines. Experts have criticized the decision, warning of risks to children's health.
The Russian Athletics Federation has filed a new lawsuit with the CAS, challenging World Athletics sanctions. The restrictions, imposed because of the invasion of Ukraine, prevent athletes from participating in international competitions.
An oil slick covering approximately 390 km² formed off the coast of Oman following a leak from the tanker Caroline Bezengi, which was carrying Russian oil. The vessel, which ran aground, is part of Russia’s shadow fleet and is under sanctions.
A fire in Bromo Tengger Semeru National Park affected 550 hectares and was extinguished, but new hotspots were detected across 20 hectares. More than 120 people and helicopters were deployed to fight the fire; the cause is under investigation.
Polls show that Democrats have nearly caught up with Republicans on national security issues and are ahead of them on the economy. This happened because of Trump’s actions, including the war with Iran and tariffs.
Iran said it was close to reaching an agreement with Oman on shipping through the Strait of Hormuz, but stressed that additional conditions, including compensation from the United States, are needed to resume traffic. Washington expects an agreement soon.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy thanked the US Senate for passing a bill on sanctions against Russia and Iran, which will help increase pressure on the aggressor to end the war. He emphasized the importance of American support and sanctions for bringing peace closer.
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha welcomed the U. S. Senate's passage of the law on sanctions against Russia and Iran, calling it a sign of global leadership. He thanked the American partners for their bipartisan support and solidarity with Ukraine.