Armed conflicts and attacks

The Israeli Security Cabinet approves Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's plan to occupy Gaza City. (Bloomberg)

• https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2025-08-08/israel-security-cabinet-approves-pm-s-plan-to-seize-gaza-city-me26un7f

Disasters and accidents

Flash floods kill at least ten people and leave 33 missing in Gansu province, China. (MSN)

• https://www.msn.com/en-gb/news/world/flash-floods-kill-at-least-10-people-and-leave-33-missing-in-northwestern-china/ar-AA1K9Iwp?ocid=msedgntp&pc=U531&cvid=6895e4ba8d2945f3aa25215a456a47dd&ei=29