Chinese Foreign Ministry after Haniyeh's assassination: We hope that the Palestinian factions will be able to establish an independent state as soon as possible
China bans the sale of all civilian drones capable of military use
Taiwan Ministry of Defense:29 PLA aircraft and 10 PLAN vessels operating around Taiwan were detected up until 6 a.m. (UTC 8) today. 13 of the aircraft crossed the median line and entered Taiwan's southwestern and southeastern ADIZ
Earthquake of magnitude 4.9 - 64 km SSE of Gorontalo, Indonesia
China's representative to the Security Council: We call on Israel to fully implement Security Council resolutions and to stop all its military operations in Gaza
China's representative before the Security Council: China strongly condemns the assassination of Haniyeh in Tehran, which is an attempt to sabotage peace efforts
US Department of State: The Burma military government’s extension of the state of emergency is at odds with the aspirations of the people of Burma. The government must engage with all stakeholders to pursue a path toward a peaceful, representative, and democratic future for Burma
German Foreign Ministry: Cyberspace is not a lawless space – China must refrain from unacceptable cyberattacks like the one conducted against the German Federal Agency for Cartography and Geodesy in 2021. We strongly condemn such attacks targeted at institutions relevant for our critical infrastructure
US says it sanctioned 5 people and 7 entities based in Iran and China that have facilitated procurements of critical components for Iran’s ballistic missile and UAV programs
Vice defense chief, U.S. Army secretary urge North Korea to stop trash balloon launches
1 kuukausi sittenAustin in the Philippines asked on assassination of Hamas leader in Tehran says “I don't think war is inevitable. I think there's always room and opportunities for diplomacy.” Says he has not spoken to Gallant today
Earthquake of magnitude 4.8 - Banda Sea
1 kuukausi sittenEAM Dr S Jaishankar to visit Maldives from 9-11th August. MEA Announcement: External Affairs Minister Dr S Jaishankar to visit Maldives in August.
Earthquake of magnitude 4.6 - 5 km ESE of Chōfu, Japan
The US Treasury: Imposing sanctions on 5 individuals and 7 entities in Iran, China, and Hong Kong
The Iranian President during his inauguration ceremony: My government will work to cooperate with neighboring countries
Earthquake of magnitude 4.6 - 14 km SW of Pondaguitan, Philippines
The Taliban disavowed many Afghan diplomatic missions overseas, saying consular services provided by them are invalid and that people in these countries need to approach Taliban-controlled embassies and consulates instead
Earthquake of magnitude 4.7 - 225 km SSW of Dunhuang, China
Reuters: Landslides kill at least 41 people in the southern Indian state of Kerala
Earthquake of magnitude 4.6 - 159 km WNW of Daocheng, China
Earthquake of magnitude 4.8 - 88 km E of Shikotan, Russia
Earthquake of magnitude 5.2 - 0 km SW of Tsuma, Japan
State Dept on Blinken and Austin's meeting with Japanese PM Kishida Fumio today in Tokyo: Blinken "expressed deep concern about the DPRK’s growing military cooperation with Russia and its unlawful nuclear weapons and ballistic missile programs."
The Chinese President during his meeting with the Italian Prime Minister: China and Italy must enhance rapprochement and resolve differences
China recognizes Maduro's re-election after "successful organization" of elections
1 kuukausi sittenAs per Taliban government officials, China is investing in construction of three large dams in Kunar
South Korea Intelligence agency have stated that North Korea is training Kim Jong Un daughter Kim Ju-ae to be the next leader, as health concerns regarding Kim Jong Un weight
Earthquake of magnitude 4.8 - 69 km WNW of Puro Pinget, Philippines
Taiwan Ministry of Defense:18 PLA aircraft and 14 PLAN vessels operating around Taiwan were detected up until 6 a.m. (UTC 8) today. 13 of the aircraft crossed the median line and entered Taiwan's northern, central, southwestern and eastern ADIZ
