The Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) continues to spread rapidly, posing a threat not only to the country but also to its neighbors and the wider region. Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, Director-General of the World Health Organization (WHO), made the statement.

Estonia’s parliament, the Riigikogu, elected Chancellor of Justice Ülle Madise as the country’s new president on September 2. She secured 71 of 101 votes in a secret ballot, exceeding the 68 votes required for election.

Following the death of Norway's King Harald V, the throne automatically passed to his 53-year-old son Haakon, who took the name King Haakon VIII. The new monarch begins his reign after years of preparation, but the transition comes amid controversy surrounding the royal family and declining public support for the monarchy.

Extreme heat in Germany was linked to an estimated 15,800 deaths from the beginning of the warm season through mid-August, marking the highest level recorded under comparable estimates. People aged over 75 accounted for the largest share of the deaths.

CIA Director John Ratcliffe made an unannounced visit to Moscow on August 25. The Kremlin confirmed that the trip involved contacts between Russian and U.S. intelligence services, while stating that Ratcliffe did not meet with Russian President Vladimir Putin.

Uzbek President Shavkat Mirziyoyev has gifted US President Donald Trump two traditional Uzbek ayvans. The structures have already arrived in Washington and are being installed in West Potomac Park, the planned site of the National Garden of American Heroes. Uzbekistan’s Ambassador to the United States Furqat Siddiqov confirmed the gift.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has put the budget shortfall of the country’s Ministry of Defence at $27 billion. He said a substantial portion of the funding is needed to cover defence-related expenditures ahead of the start of 2027.

Azerbaijan–Uzbekistan relations are moving beyond conventional bilateral cooperation, bringing together political, investment, transport, energy and humanitarian priorities. This assessment was given by Elchin Mirzabeyli, a member of Azerbaijan’s Milli Majlis, in comments to Oxu.Az following Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev’s interview with Uzbekistan’s National News Agency.

Azerbaijan and Uzbekistan have elevated bilateral relations to an alliance while expanding economic and regional cooperation. In an interview with Uzbekistan’s National Information Agency (UzA), Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev discussed trade, investment, energy, transport, humanitarian ties and the countries’ growing role in regional cooperation.

US President Donald Trump has announced what he described as an unprecedented “economic war and isolation” against Iran. In a post on Truth Social, Trump said the decision followed Tehran’s failure, in his view, to take advantage of opportunities to reach an agreement.

The 17th session of the Conference of the Parties to the United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification (UNCCD COP17) has commenced in Ulaanbaatar, running from August 17 to 28 under the theme "Restoring Land. Sustaining Hope". The international forum convenes delegations from member states, representatives of international and regional organizations, financial institutions, as well as scientific experts and civil society to strengthen cooperation in preventing land degradation, enhancing drought resilience, and mitigating sand and dust storms.

US President Donald Trump has threatened to strike Oman if Muscat, in his words, “gets in the way” over the Strait of Hormuz. The remarks came as Iran and Oman continue talks on shipping routes through the strategically important waterway.

A magnitude 7.7 earthquake struck off Indonesia’s Flores Island, causing widespread damage, landslides and communication disruptions. The latest reports put the death toll at at least 20, while other sources report 38 fatalities; rescue operations are continuing.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s rejection of a Washington-backed plan for the Gaza Strip has intensified doubts among US allies over the Trump administration’s ability to influence Israel and advance its own vision for a settlement. Politico reported the concerns, citing Western and Arab diplomats.

Russia has released former U.S. Marine Robert Gilman, who had been imprisoned there since 2022. U.S. officials said the decision was made on humanitarian grounds amid a serious deterioration in Gilman’s health.

A powerful magnitude 7.4 earthquake struck western Colombia, causing severe damage across several cities. As of August 11, at least 164 people have been confirmed dead, rescue operations are continuing, and authorities are warning of possible further tremors.

U.S. President Donald Trump is considering ending the military conflict with Iran without a new nuclear agreement if Tehran fully restores shipping through the Strait of Hormuz. The Wall Street Journal reported this, citing U.S. officials.

Saudi Arabia, Türkiye and Pakistan have announced the signing of a joint defence agreement aimed at strengthening security cooperation and coordinating responses to external threats. The document has been named the Mecca Joint Defence Agreement.

Azerbaijan's Foreign Minister Jeyhun Bayramov has begun official talks with Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha during his official visit to Kyiv. The meeting follows a formal welcoming ceremony and a series of joint events.

U.S. President Donald Trump said that Russian President Vladimir Putin and Chinese President Xi Jinping had assured him that their countries would not supply weapons to Iran. Trump made the remarks in a post published on 24 July on the social media platform Truth Social.