Russian President Vladimir Putin said that the invitation for U.S. President Donald Trump to visit Russia is "on the table," but no preparations are underway. Putin also criticized German Chancellor Friedrich Merz for labeling him a war criminal.

Ten Western countries plan to recognize the State of Palestine at the Two-State Solution conference in New York, while the U.S. denies visas to Palestinian officials including President Abbas, raising the possibility of moving the conference to Geneva as happened in 1988 with Yasser Arafat.

Russian President Vladimir Putin stated that the Russian army supports achieving all objectives of the special military operation in Ukraine. He emphasized a preference for peaceful means but warned that Russia might have to use force if a peaceful resolution is impossible.

The African Union Peace and Security Council approved a statement on a meeting chaired by Algeria discussing the Early Warning System and risk and threat mapping to enhance preventive diplomacy and reduce conflicts in Africa.

The Irbid municipal council approved preparing a 5 dunams and 342 square meters plot as parking for the new Princess Basma Hospital visitors, following a three-year land donation by its owners without compensation, including planting 500 trees to provide shade and beautify the area.

Crown Prince and Prime Minister Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa left Egypt after an official visit where he met President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi and senior officials. He was bid farewell by Egyptian Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly and other senior officials.

Russian President Vladimir Putin responded to Trump's accusations of a conspiracy between Russia, China, and North Korea against the United States, stating that Trump has a sense of humor and that the invitation to visit Moscow remains open.

Russian President Vladimir Putin stated he has a good relationship with US President Donald Trump, and they spoke English during their meeting in Alaska. They discussed the Ukrainian conflict on August 15, describing the meeting positively.

US President Donald Trump urged Hamas to release all Israeli detainees immediately, stating that the situation would quickly resolve if this happens. Hamas accepted a ceasefire proposal involving prisoner exchanges, but Israel has ignored the offer.

Newly leaked video of "the missing minute" from Jeffrey Epstein's cell contradicts the US Department of Justice's explanation regarding the sex offender's 2019 death. The video is part of investigation files released by the House Oversight Committee.