VP Harris condemned Gaza casualties; Russia evacuated Kursk as Ukraine advanced. Trump’s campaign reported a hack, hinting at Iran. Bangladesh’s chief justice resigned amid protests, Thailand’s new party gained support, and the Philippines and Japan faced tensions with China and quake fears.
Vice President Harris Condemns Casualties from Israeli Air Strike in Gaza
Vice President Kamala Harris expressed sorrow over the loss of life following an Israeli air strike on a Gaza school, where Hamas reported over 100 fatalities.
Israel claims the school was a command and control center for Hamas, while Harris highlighted concerns for civilian casualties.
Donald Trump's campaign announced that its internal communications were hacked, alleging "hostile foreign sources" as responsible, potentially pointing to Iran.
The campaign’s statement followed a Politico report suggesting anonymous sources leaked internal documents.
Bangladesh’s chief justice resigned under public pressure, with protesters viewing him as aligned with Sheikh Hasina’s government.
Ongoing protests have left 500 people dead, and Dhaka police are now on strike after several officers lost their lives.
Thailand’s New People’s Party Gains Massive Support
Following the forced dissolution of the Move Forward Party on August 7, Thailand’s new People’s Party attracted 40,000 members and over $570,000 in donations.
The party emerged quickly to continue the MFP’s momentum under new leadership.
Philippines Accuses China of Aerial Provocation Over South China Sea
The Philippines accused China of dropping flares from two aircraft to disrupt a Philippine patrol plane over the South China Sea.
China asserted that its actions were professional, though this marks the first official complaint from the Philippines regarding aerial interference.
Japan Urges Calm as Citizens Stockpile Amid Earthquake Warning
Japanese authorities urged residents to avoid panic-buying following a warning from the Meteorological Agency about an increased earthquake risk.
Demand for emergency supplies has surged, prompting the Prime Minister to cancel a planned trip to Central Asia and Mongolia.
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