Iran says the United States attacked a wedding party in recent military strikes. This news comes as President Donald Trump deals with disagreements and changes among top leaders in the Pentagon, the U.S. Department of Defense.
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Iran claims that a U.S. military strike hit a wedding party.
These events are part of ongoing military actions in the region.
President Donald Trump is handling issues with Pentagon leadership.
Some top Pentagon officials have resigned or been fired recently.
The leadership changes have caused tensions within the U.S. military.
CBS News is reporting on both Iran’s claims and the Pentagon situation.
The article focuses on the interaction between U.S. military actions and leadership challenges.
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On September 1, 2026, US missile and drone strikes hit a town in southern Iran near a communications tower. The attack reportedly struck a building hosting a wedding, killing at least five people, including a child, and injuring many others.
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The attack occurred in Kuhestak, Hormozgan province, southern Iran.
The intended target was a communications tower near the town’s shore on the Persian Gulf.
Videos and geolocation data show the wedding building was about 135 meters from the tower and was directly hit.
At least five people died, including a four-year-old boy, and 68 people were injured according to the Iranian Red Crescent.
Local residents, including a witness who attended the wedding, said there was no military presence near the hit building.
Videos show heavy damage to the wedding site, with debris spread widely and the roof destroyed.
Hospital footage showed injured victims, including children, being treated after the attack.
CCTV captured at least six explosions during the strikes in the town.
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The Dutch central bank moved billions of dollars worth of gold from the US and Canada to London because of growing global tensions. About 86 tonnes of gold were relocated to the Bank of England to make it easier to trade in a crisis.
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The Dutch central bank moved 86 tonnes of gold from North America to London between March and August.
27 tonnes were physically transported from New York and Ottawa to the Netherlands, then similar gold was moved to London.
The rest of the gold was sold in New York and repurchased in London.
The move aims to improve crisis preparedness amid rising geopolitical unrest.
The gold is now held at the Bank of England, which is considered the easiest place in the world to trade gold.
The US and Canada are experiencing trade disputes, including tariffs on steel, aluminum, lumber, automobiles, and other goods.
Before the move, 31.3% of Dutch gold was in New York and 19.7% in Ottawa; after the move, those numbers dropped to 18.5% in both places.
The total Dutch gold reserves at the end of 2025 were 612.4 tonnes, worth about 72.2 billion euros.
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A Brazilian activist has called for the release of four Tunisian activists who were part of the Global Sumud Flotilla, a mission to deliver humanitarian aid to Gaza. The Tunisian activists were first detained by Israel in 2025, released, but then rearrested by Tunisian authorities on financial crime charges after announcing a new aid mission.
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The Global Sumud Flotilla aimed to break the Israeli blockade on Gaza by delivering humanitarian aid by boat.
In August 2025, activists from various countries attempted the flotilla but were intercepted and detained by Israel.
Four Tunisian activists—Nabil Channoufi, Ghassan Henchiri, Ghassan Boughdiri, and Wael Naouar—were initially released by Israel and returned to Tunisia in October 2025.
The Tunisian government rearrested these four activists in February 2026 on allegations of money laundering, fraud, and misuse of flotilla donations.
The detained activists have been held in Mornaguia Prison in Tunis for over five months.
Wael Naouar has been on a hunger strike for at least seven days due to critical health concerns.
Activists accuse Tunisia’s government of trying to stop flotilla missions by banning gatherings and events related to the aid efforts.
Israel has maintained a blockade on Gaza since 2007, intensified after attacks in 2023, restricting supplies to the area.
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Germany blamed Russia for a recent drone attack at Leipzig airport, highlighting deep divisions in German politics about relations with Moscow. The attack came just before regional elections and follows other suspected sabotage incidents, raising concerns about security and hybrid warfare in Germany.
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German authorities blame Russia for an attempted drone attack at Leipzig airport.
The announcement came days before regional elections in Saxony-Anhalt, where the far-right AfD party is leading.
The AfD supports closer ties with Russia and wants to restart cheap Russian oil and gas imports.
Germany is investigating several recent sabotage attempts on critical infrastructure, including an electricity grid attack and an explosion at a railway station.
Russia denies involvement and accuses Germany of using the incidents to distract from domestic issues like the rise of the far right.
The German government described these attacks as "hybrid warfare," meaning a mix of military and non-military actions to destabilize a country.
Some German political parties disagree with measures like closing Russian consulates, fearing it could escalate tensions.
Two suspects linked to the Leipzig attack have been identified as Russian nationals.
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The United States and Venezuela have signed a new oil agreement. Energy Secretary Chris Wright met with Venezuela’s acting President Delcy Rodríguez to complete the deal.
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The U.S. and Venezuela made a new oil deal.
Energy Secretary Chris Wright represented the U.S. in the meeting.
The meeting took place in Venezuela.
Acting President Delcy Rodríguez represented Venezuela.
The agreement involves cooperation on oil resources.
The deal aims to improve energy relations between the two countries.
The news was reported by CBS News journalist Lilia Luciano.
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A South African airline called Airlink performed a risky stunt last weekend by flying two planes very close over a stadium during a rugby match. The country’s aviation regulator, SACAA, approved the stunt but is now investigating and has canceled a similar planned flyover at another stadium.
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Airlink flew two planes less than 50 feet above a stadium in Cape Town during a rugby match.
The stunt was approved and rehearsed with safety measures by SACAA, the aviation regulator.
SACAA is now reviewing the flight data after media discussions raised concerns.
Airlink will not repeat the flyby at a stadium in Soweto during a later rugby test match.
The flights were performed by an experienced crew and followed approved altitude and speed limits.
Flybys like this have happened before at South African sports and presidential events.
SACAA says aviation safety in South Africa is very important and always enforced.
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U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said that China agrees with the United States that Iran should not have nuclear weapons. This shows some agreement between the two countries on this important issue.
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Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent made the statement about China and Iran.
China and the U.S. both agree Iran should not get nuclear weapons.
This agreement relates to concerns about nuclear security and weapon control.
Iran’s potential nuclear weapons program is a key issue in global diplomacy.
The discussion highlights ongoing cooperation between China and the U.S. on international security.
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Zambia’s President Hakainde Hichilema has started his second term after winning the August 13 election with about 60 percent of the vote. However, the election results have been disputed by the opposition, who accused the process of irregularities, and some opposition members have been arrested and charged. The country is experiencing economic recovery but political tensions remain high.
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President Hakainde Hichilema won around 60% of the vote in Zambia’s August 13 presidential election.
His main rival, Brian Mundubile, received about 38% and rejected the results, alleging problems with the vote counting.
Election observers, including the European Union, said the election had some fairness but also noted serious issues in how the vote counting was done.
The vote counting was temporarily stopped due to violence and accusations of stolen election materials.
The European Union noted a strong military presence during counting, which some found intimidating.
Zambia’s High Courts closed when the deadline to contest the election results was near, limiting legal challenges.
Since taking office in 2021, Hichilema has led Zambia through economic recovery, including debt restructuring and working with the International Monetary Fund.
Despite economic improvements, many people in Zambia still face high food and energy costs and feel the benefits have not reached them.
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New strikes have increased tensions between the U.S. and Iran, making a peace deal difficult to achieve. The White House is applying economic pressure on Iran, but the situation remains unstable as fighting continues.
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Recent military strikes have escalated conflict involving Iran.
The White House is using economic measures to pressure Iran.
Efforts to reach a peace agreement with Iran have not succeeded.
The strikes are part of broader tensions affecting regional and global stability.
The news highlights ongoing challenges in resolving conflicts with Iran.
These developments come amid concerns over global energy prices and security.
The situation remains fluid, with risks of further escalation.
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More than 3,000 people have died in the current Ebola outbreak in Congo, making it the deadliest in the country's history. The Ministry of Health reported over 6,000 cases since the outbreak was declared a global health emergency in May.
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Over 3,000 people have died from Ebola in Congo.
There are 6,186 confirmed Ebola cases so far.
The World Health Organization declared this outbreak a global health emergency in May.
This is the fastest-growing Ebola outbreak in Congo’s history.
The outbreak continues to affect many people despite ongoing efforts to control it.
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Prime Minister Andy Burnham faced questions from Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch about the UK's rising borrowing costs and government spending during his first Prime Minister's Questions (PMQs). Burnham blamed the previous Conservative government for financial problems and promised fiscal responsibility while announcing an upcoming Budget in October.
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UK borrowing costs reached an 18-year high, causing concern about government debt.
Kemi Badenoch asked Burnham where government spending would be cut to manage rising debt.
Burnham became Prime Minister in July and used the summer recess to introduce policies to ease the cost of living.
Burnham said he has already cut some taxes, like VAT on energy bills and business rates for hospitality.
Burnham and Chancellor John Healey plan to hold a Budget in October to explain financial plans.
Economist Lord Jim O’Neill praised Burnham’s early work but warned about market concerns over government debt.
Rising interest on government bonds means it costs more for the UK to borrow money.
Burnham said his government will follow fiscal rules to reduce debt while helping with cost-of-living issues.
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The movie "Mayday" stars Kenneth Branagh as a former Russian agent and Ryan Reynolds as a U.S. Navy pilot who crashes in the Soviet Union during the Cold War. It is an action-comedy where Branagh’s character helps Reynolds’ character escape, blending humor with 1980s spy and military themes.
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Kenneth Branagh plays Nikolai Ustinov, an ex-KGB agent who lives alone in the woods.
Ryan Reynolds plays Lieutenant Troy “Assassin” Kelly, a U.S. Navy pilot shot down in the Soviet Union.
The story is set in 1987, during the Cold War era.
Branagh’s character loves the 1986 movie "Top Gun" and has watched a bootleg VHS copy many times.
The film mixes action and comedy with a 1980s style and sense of humor.
Directors John Francis Daley and Jonathan Goldstein are known for their funny takes on action and adventure movies.
The movie also features Marcin Dorociński as a determined KGB officer hunting the pilot.
The film explores themes of patriotism from different points of view during tense geopolitical times.
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South Africa’s aviation regulator is investigating a low jet flypast by two Airlink passenger planes over Cape Town’s DHL Stadium before a rugby match. The regulator is reviewing flight data to check if there were any safety issues and Airlink has canceled a planned flyover at another upcoming match.
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Two Airlink passenger jets flew low over DHL Stadium in Cape Town before a rugby match on August 29, 2026.
The South African Civil Aviation Authority (SACAA) is reviewing flight recordings and other information to assess safety.
Airlink withdrew plans for a similar flyover at a rugby game in Soweto planned for September 1 due to poor weather forecasts.
The flyover was part of three approved special air events, with the first taking place on August 22 in Johannesburg.
The flyover drew cheers from about 56,000 spectators but raised safety concerns online and among aviation experts.
Airlink said the flyover was carefully planned, with experienced senior captains flying each plane.
The SACAA will release a full report and recommendations after completing its review.
Stadium flybys in South African rugby have a tradition going back to the 1995 Rugby World Cup final.
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The World Health Organization (WHO) chief said finding and stopping every chain of Ebola transmission is vital to control the outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). The Ebola epidemic there is the largest and deadliest in the country’s history, with over 3,000 deaths reported and many cases outside known contacts, making the response difficult.
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WHO Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus said all transmission chains must be identified and broken to stop Ebola in the DRC.
The outbreak has caused more than 3,000 deaths and is the fastest-growing and deadliest in the DRC.
Up to 80% of new Ebola cases are not linked to known contacts, complicating efforts to contain the virus.
Challenges include ongoing conflict, poor infrastructure, unpaid healthcare worker strikes, and certain burial customs that spread Ebola.
The response is underfunded, with WHO seeking over $1 billion to close the financial gap.
Schools in the hardest-hit areas reopened, choosing in-person classes over remote learning to avoid disrupting education.
The current Ebola strain is called Bundibugyo, which has no approved treatment or vaccine yet.
Vaccine trials are ongoing, aiming to use effective vaccines immediately if approved.
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The USS Abraham Lincoln aircraft carrier docked in Pattaya, Thailand, after more than nine months at sea, marking a record long deployment supporting U.S. operations in the Middle East. Photos show the ship with rust and worn paint but no battle damage, while reports have highlighted supply shortages and mental health concerns among the crew, which U.S. officials have denied.
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The USS Abraham Lincoln was deployed for over nine months, longer than usual carrier missions that last six to seven months.
The ship made a quick stop in Guam in December and docked in Pattaya on Wednesday after a long Middle East mission.
Photos show rust and paint wear on the ship, which was commissioned in 1989, but no visible damage from conflict.
Supply issues aboard included food and hygiene shortages, mold in showers, broken toilets, and missing mail.
Family members reported crew mental health problems, including attempts to jump overboard; one sailor fell overboard but was rescued.
The U.S. Navy denied a mental health crisis and said it is protecting all service members on the ship.
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said media reports misrepresented conditions, while President Donald Trump commented the deployment was "not nearly long enough."
Pattaya authorities hope the sailors’ visit will boost the local economy, which is known as a tourist hotspot.
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President Donald Trump suggested renaming the Strait of Hormuz to "Trump Strait" in a post on Truth Social. He claimed the waterway is now under U.S. control amid rising tensions with Iran.
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President Trump proposed renaming the Strait of Hormuz the "Trump Strait."
He made the suggestion in a post on the social media platform Truth Social.
The Strait of Hormuz is a crucial waterway for global energy transportation.
Trump said the strait would be "hotter" than ever with the new name.
He stated the U.S. has control over the strait, a claim linked to current tensions with Iran.
The post ended with Trump signing it as "President DONALD J. TRUMP."
The situation is evolving, and more updates are expected.
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Germany says Russia is responsible for sending a drone with explosives to Leipzig airport on August 4. In response, Germany has imposed new sanctions on Russia, including actions against its consulate in Bonn and a cultural center in Berlin believed to be linked to spying.
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A drone carrying explosives was found at Leipzig airport in Germany on August 4, 2026.
Germany blames Russia for the drone incident.
Following this, Germany introduced new sanctions targeting Russia.
Sanctions include measures against Russia’s consulate in Bonn.
Germany also sanctioned the Russian House in Berlin, suspected to be a Russian spying center.
The incident is part of ongoing tensions between Germany and Russia.
The event relates to broader issues of hybrid warfare, which means using a mix of regular and covert attacks.
This action is connected to wider European Union responses to Russia’s activities.
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Rupert Murdoch is pleased that actor Guy Pearce plays him in the new film Ink, which tells the story of Murdoch’s early years with the British newspaper the Sun. The film shows how Murdoch changed the UK newspaper world in 1969, challenging the old newspapers and introducing a new, more entertaining style of journalism.
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Guy Pearce plays Rupert Murdoch in the movie Ink.
Murdoch’s daughter said her father is happy about the casting.
The film focuses on 1969, when Murdoch bought the Sun newspaper.
Larry Lamb, played by Jack O’Connell, was put in charge to make the Sun outsell the Daily Mirror.
The movie shows the tough, messy work of printing newspapers at the time.
Murdoch’s move led to major changes in British journalism, making it more about entertainment.
The film’s director, Danny Boyle, says Murdoch brought change to a very traditional British society.
The story contrasts with American TV shows like Succession, as it focuses on Murdoch’s early UK years only.
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