https://newsus.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-17/Colombian-morgue-struggles-to-maintain-operations-after-quake-1PFvzxhKsJG/p.html 2026-08-17T03:47Z CGTN en 2026-08-17T03:47Z Colombian morgue struggles to maintain operations after quake https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-17/news-1PFJWU2InO8/p.html 2026-08-17T09:42Z CGTN en 2026-08-17T06:59Z Ebola outbreak in DR Congo kills 2,325, becoming deadliest in country's history https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-17/news-1PFJXX2RaA8/p.html 2026-08-17T07:00Z CGTN en 2026-08-17T07:00Z Trump instructs Pentagon to reduce military exercises with South Korea https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-17/news-1PFKeafzxqo/p.html 2026-08-17T07:03Z CGTN en 2026-08-17T07:03Z Death toll from Zimbabwean boat capsize accident rises to 84 https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-17/news-1PFKyrL89oY/p.html 2026-08-17T07:08Z CGTN en 2026-08-17T07:08Z Landslide in South Korea's Geoje leaves over 20 people stranded: Yonhap https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-17/news-1PFLiWyHYjK/p.html 2026-08-17T11:24Z CGTN en 2026-08-17T07:18Z Shipping slows through Strait of Hormuz after tanker attacks, data shows https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-17/news-1PFNz0LJOH6/p.html 2026-08-17T07:50Z CGTN en 2026-08-17T07:50Z JAPAN APRIL-JUNE ANNUALISED GDP +1.1% https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-17/news-1PFPEAgumDC/p.html 2026-08-17T08:19Z CGTN en 2026-08-17T08:19Z EMSC: 5.5-magnitude earthquake hits FIJI REGION https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-17/news-1PFS5tGTfOw/p.html 2026-08-17T08:53Z CGTN en 2026-08-17T08:53Z EMSC: 5.9-magnitude earthquake hits FLORES REGION, INDONESIA https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-17/news-1PFSpSzas1O/p.html 2026-08-17T08:58Z CGTN en 2026-08-17T08:58Z Trump: I am happy to reveal that former hostage Kevin Rideout is getting ready to fly home to the United States after having been reunited with his beautiful wife, Krista. This return marks the 110th captive American liberated since I was sworn in as President for a second time. https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-17/Trump-instructs-Pentagon-to-reduce-military-exercises-with-South-Korea-1PFLhdNxS9i/p.html 2026-08-17T10:23Z CGTN en 2026-08-17T09:06Z Trump instructs Pentagon to substantially reduce joint military exercises with South Korea https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-17/Poll-shows-most-US-voters-worse-off-under-Trump--1PFMYoF2ERa/p.html 2026-08-17T09:12Z CGTN en 2026-08-17T09:12Z Poll shows most US voters 'worse off under Trump' https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-17/Japanese-media-warn-of-Takaichi-s-return-to-prewar-era--1PFNPQM6CR2/p.html 2026-08-17T09:46Z CGTN en 2026-08-17T09:46Z Japanese media warn of Takaichi's 'return to prewar era' https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-17/news-1PFVYorEMCs/p.html 2026-08-17T09:48Z CGTN en 2026-08-17T09:48Z Death toll from Indonesia earthquake rises to 54 - reports https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-17/US-CENTCOM-chief-acknowledges-mental-health-concerns-on-USS-Lincoln-1PFS1fDJ0HK/p.html 2026-08-17T09:49Z CGTN en 2026-08-17T09:49Z US Central Command chief acknowledges mental health issues on USS Lincoln https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-17/China-commemorates-birth-centenary-of-late-leader-Jiang-Zemin-1PFTRU6SeOY/p.html 2026-08-17T10:06Z CGTN en 2026-08-17T10:06Z China commemorates birth centenary of late leader Jiang Zemin https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-17/Xi-addresses-commemorative-gathering-for-late-leader-Jiang-Zemin-1PFU1VJPTNK/p.html 2026-08-18T10:00Z CGTN en 2026-08-17T10:14Z Xi urges advancing socialism with Chinese characteristics on birth centenary of late leader Jiang Zemin https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-17/Russia-Ukraine-strikes-kill-19-as-drone-and-missile-attacks-surge-1PFU0wCoXE4/p.html 2026-08-17T10:18Z CGTN en 2026-08-17T10:18Z Russia, Ukraine strikes kill 19 as drone and missile attacks surge https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-17/Xi-urges-advancing-socialism-with-Chinese-characteristics-1PFXOSA9ma4/p.html 2026-08-17T10:26Z CGTN en 2026-08-17T10:26Z Xi urges advancing socialism with Chinese characteristics on birth centenary of late leader Jiang Zemin https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-17/Trump-s-envoys-meet-mediators-in-Egypt-Israel-strikes-Gaza-1PFVjTlwbXq/p.html 2026-08-17T10:28Z CGTN en 2026-08-17T10:28Z Trump's envoys meet mediators in Egypt, Israel strikes Gaza https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-17/Colombia-quake-search-continues-aid-effort-expands-1PFRva0Z9Ek/p.html 2026-08-17T10:29Z CGTN en 2026-08-17T10:29Z Search continues, aid effort expands in Colombia nearly a week after quake https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-17/news-1PFZ0HBr0uA/p.html 2026-08-17T10:30Z CGTN en 2026-08-17T10:30Z SIX PEOPLE DIED IN A STAMPEDE-LIKE INCIDENT AT ASHOKDHAM TEMPLE IN INDIA'S BIHAR; SEVERAL INJURIES REPORTED - REPORTS https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-17/Wildfires-across-Europe-leave-deaths-and-destruction-1PFUkVCUwJq/p.html 2026-08-17T10:32Z CGTN en 2026-08-17T10:32Z Wildfires across Europe leave deaths and destruction https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-17/news-1PFZnHfuclq/p.html 2026-08-17T10:35Z CGTN en 2026-08-17T10:35Z Indian media: Stampede at temple in Lakhisarai, Bihar, reports of 7 deaths, rescue operations ongoing https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-17/Xi-lauds-indelible-contributions-by-late-leader-Jiang-Zemin-1PFYmjrkHWo/p.html 2026-08-17T10:44Z CGTN en 2026-08-17T10:44Z Xi lauds 'indelible contributions' by late leader Jiang Zemin https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-17/Xi-calls-for-learning-from-Jiang-Zemin-s-political-conviction-1PFZqPPNsKA/p.html 2026-08-17T10:54Z CGTN en 2026-08-17T10:54Z Xi Jinping calls for learning from Jiang Zemin's rock-solid political conviction https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-17/news-1PG1pTdZXDq/p.html 2026-08-17T11:04Z CGTN en 2026-08-17T11:04Z At least 5 dead in massive fire at hotel in West Bengal's Birbhum https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-17/Xi-calls-for-learning-from-Jiang-Zemin-s-innovative-spirit-1PFZqIjI7aE/p.html 2026-08-17T11:16Z CGTN en 2026-08-17T11:16Z Xi calls for learning from Jiang Zemin's innovative spirit https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-17/Xi-urges-learning-from-Jiang-Zemin-s-dedication-to-people-s-well-being-1PG01WSLNCw/p.html 2026-08-17T11:19Z CGTN en 2026-08-17T11:19Z Xi Jinping calls for learning from Jiang Zemin's dedication to people's well-being https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-17/Thousands-of-boats-set-sail-as-fishing-season-begins-in-China-1PFZCtxdgRy/p.html 2026-08-17T11:37Z CGTN en 2026-08-17T11:37Z Thousands of boats set sail as fishing season begins in China https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-17/China-launches-weekly-Arctic-container-service-to-Europe-1PFXS4nJ1Pq/p.html 2026-08-17T11:38Z CGTN en 2026-08-17T11:38Z China launches weekly Arctic container service to Europe https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-17/news-1PG6EkRCthe/p.html 2026-08-17T12:17Z CGTN en 2026-08-17T12:17Z Radioactive Waste Liquid Leak at Chiba's Quantum Research Institute, Japanese media reports https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-17/news-1PG7xF6keru/p.html 2026-08-17T12:30Z CGTN en 2026-08-17T12:30Z UKRAINE'S MISSILE ATTACK KILLS SIX IN RUSSIA'S BELGOROD REGION, ACTING GOVERNOR SAYS https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-17/Xi-Jinping-attends-commemorative-gathering-for-late-leader-Jiang-Zemin-1PFZqhkoLle/p.html 2026-08-17T12:36Z CGTN en 2026-08-17T12:36Z Xi Jinping attends commemorative gathering for late leader Jiang Zemin https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-17/news-1PG88FqT1uM/p.html 2026-08-17T12:38Z CGTN en 2026-08-17T12:38Z Philippine media: 27 reported deaths due to bad weather https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-17/VHJhbnNjcmlwdDkxOTI0/index.html 2026-08-17T12:43Z CGTN en 2026-08-17T12:43Z China Environment: Infrared cameras capture rare moments at Anzhou giant panda national park https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-17/news-1PG9dFEmPBe/p.html 2026-08-17T12:53Z CGTN en 2026-08-17T12:53Z Forces loyal to ousted President Hassan Mohamed have taken control of parts of Baidoa after a dawn attack, local media quotes his spokesman. No word yet from the administration led by Aden Madobe. https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-17/VHJhbnNjcmlwdDkxOTIx/index.html 2026-08-17T12:53Z CGTN en 2026-08-17T12:53Z Russia-Japan Relations: Putin visits disputed island chain: Why Russia-Japan peace treaty remains elusive https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-17/VHJhbnNjcmlwdDkxOTIz/index.html 2026-08-17T12:57Z CGTN en 2026-08-17T12:57Z China-Europe Trade: China launches shipping route to Europe through Arctic Ocean https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-17/VHJhbnNjcmlwdDkxOTIw/index.html 2026-08-17T13:05Z CGTN en 2026-08-17T13:05Z Rebuilding Afghanistan: The Taliban celebrates 5th anniversary of its return to power https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-17/Wang-Manyu-wins-third-Grand-Smash-title-in-Malmo-1PFY00VK5xe/p.html 2026-08-17T13:07Z CGTN en 2026-08-17T13:07Z Wang Manyu wins third Grand Smash title in Malmo https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-17/Selby-wins-2026-China-Open-snooker-title--1PFXufUUm7m/p.html 2026-08-17T13:09Z CGTN en 2026-08-17T13:09Z Selby becomes first four-time China Open champion with win over Saengkham https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-17/news-1PGb7IdeHD2/p.html 2026-08-17T13:20Z CGTN en 2026-08-17T13:20Z RUSSIA ATTACKED PORT INFRASTRUCTURE IN UKRAINE'S IZMAIL DISTRICT OVERNIGHT, AUTHORITIES SAY https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-17/China-s-fishing-boats-return-to-sea-as-summer-moratorium-ends-1PG6iwhzGg0/p.html 2026-08-17T13:22Z CGTN en 2026-08-17T13:22Z Thousands of fishing boats return to sea as China's fishing season begins https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-17/news-1PGd2qVxohW/p.html 2026-08-17T13:46Z CGTN en 2026-08-17T13:46Z "Geran-4" drones destroyed a logistics center of "Nova Poshta" on the outskirts of Odesa, a warehouse of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) in the Dnipropetrovsk region, and a command post in the Donetsk People's Republic, the Ministry of Defense reported. - Russian media https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-17/news-1PGd3a5sFkk/p.html 2026-08-17T13:47Z CGTN en 2026-08-17T13:47Z French media: A collision between two pleasure boats leaves several people critically injured in the Alpes-Maritimes, one person reported missing https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-17/South-Korea-to-revive-pro-Japanese-asset-investigation-committee-1PG4qzclvLG/p.html 2026-08-17T13:49Z CGTN en 2026-08-17T13:49Z South Korea to revive pro-Japanese asset investigation committee after 16-year hiatus https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-17/Xi-lauds-indelible-contributions-by-late-leader-Jiang-Zemin-1PG84QNo7q8/p.html 2026-08-17T13:51Z CGTN en 2026-08-17T13:51Z Xi lauds 'indelible contributions' by late leader Jiang Zemin https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-17/news-1PGdpEAKkqk/p.html 2026-08-17T13:52Z CGTN en 2026-08-17T13:52Z INDIA FINANCE MINISTER: HIGH LEVEL COMMITTEE ON BANKING REFORMS TO BE ANNOUNCED SOON https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-17/Homes-swept-away-as-Tropical-Storm-Lala-floods-Hawaii-1PG6esroVa0/p.html 2026-08-17T13:53Z CGTN en 2026-08-17T13:53Z Homes swept away as Tropical Storm Lala floods Hawaii https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-17/news-1PGdZ0f3CcE/p.html 2026-08-17T14:00Z CGTN en 2026-08-17T14:00Z RUSSIAN ATTACK ON PORT INFRASTRUCTURE DAMAGED CIVILIAN TOGO-FLAGGED VESSEL IN UKRAINE'S ODESA REGION OVERNIGHT, GOVERNOR SAYS https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-17/Xi-addresses-commemorative-gathering-for-late-leader-Jiang-Zemin-1PG7d8CQUg0/p.html 2026-08-17T14:01Z CGTN en 2026-08-17T14:01Z Xi urges advancing socialism with Chinese characteristics on birth centenary of late leader Jiang Zemin https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-17/news-1PGel5KdQ4w/p.html 2026-08-17T14:05Z CGTN en 2026-08-17T14:05Z RUSSIA ATTACKED UKRAINE'S NAFTOGAZ FACILITIES 13 TIMES IN PAST WEEK, NAFTOGAZ SAYS https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-17/Aid-distribution-center-helps-support-Colombians-after-deadly-quake-1PGaMDaXuzC/p.html 2026-08-17T14:06Z CGTN en 2026-08-17T14:06Z Aid distribution center helps support Colombians after deadly quake https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-17/news-1PGeufCbxMQ/p.html 2026-08-17T14:07Z CGTN en 2026-08-17T14:07Z SOMALIA FEDERAL TROOPS AND ARMED OPPOSITION CLASH IN HEAVY FIGHTING IN BAIDOA CITY CENTRE - LOCAL RESIDENT, ARMY OFFICER https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-17/Evan-Osnos-China-leads-in-future-manufacturing-via-R-D-and-scale-1PGc4rrA5nG/p.html 2026-08-17T14:12Z CGTN en 2026-08-17T14:12Z Evan Osnos: R&D investment and industrial scaling put China at the forefront of future manufacturing https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-17/China-launches-new-satellite-1PGcRTFr7xe/p.html 2026-08-17T14:16Z CGTN en 2026-08-17T14:16Z China launches new satellite https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-17/Live-Pu-er-Tea-Horse-Road-in-Yunnan-which-carries-memories-of-trade-1PG8fyKzm1y/p.html 2026-08-17T14:18Z CGTN en 2026-08-17T14:18Z Live: Pu'er Tea Horse Road in Yunnan, where ancient trails meet Dingbo Lake – Ep. 2 https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-17/His-China-takeaway-Jazz-friendship-and-jade-1PGeSF2xUwE/p.html 2026-08-17T14:29Z CGTN en 2026-08-17T14:29Z His China takeaway? Jazz, friendship – and jade https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-17/Her-first-China-trip-Jazz-culture-and-unexpected-connections-1PGeOBsgGOs/p.html 2026-08-17T14:31Z CGTN en 2026-08-17T14:31Z Her first China trip: Jazz, culture and unexpected connections https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-17/Breaking-the-debt-trap-diplomacy-myth-forging-BRI-s-golden-future-1PG61BlMu5y/p.html 2026-08-17T14:43Z CGTN en 2026-08-17T14:43Z Breaking the myth of 'debt‑trap diplomacy': Forging golden future for Belt and Road https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-17/Spreading-love-through-jazz-NYO-jazz-builds-bridges-in-China-1PGeWX2onO8/p.html 2026-08-17T14:44Z CGTN en 2026-08-17T14:44Z Spreading love through jazz: NYO jazz builds bridges in China https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-17/news-1PGhkfFnL4k/p.html 2026-08-17T14:46Z CGTN en 2026-08-17T14:46Z State Emergency Service of Ukraine: 'Sumy: as a result of Russian shelling, 2 people were killed and another 1 was wounded' https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-17/VHJhbnNjcmlwdDkxOTIy/index.html 2026-08-17T14:52Z CGTN en 2026-08-17T14:52Z Inside El Niño: Ethiopian farmers await much needed rainfall https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-17/SCIO-holds-press-conference-on-China-s-economic-performance-in-July-1PGhNdatPXi/p.html 2026-08-17T15:00Z CGTN en 2026-08-17T15:00Z SCIO holds press conference on China's economic performance in July https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-17/VHJhbnNjcmlwdDkxOTI2/index.html 2026-08-17T15:01Z CGTN en 2026-08-17T15:01Z US-Iran Conflict: Trump claims US controls over Strait of Hormuz, vows more pressure on Iran https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-17/China-sends-SEO-satellite-into-orbit-1PGgr7q5rC8/p.html 2026-08-17T15:02Z CGTN en 2026-08-17T15:02Z China sends SEO satellite into orbit https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-17/Modi-outlines-India-s-2047-vision-in-Independence-Day-address-1PG0qxlME5W/p.html 2026-08-17T15:05Z CGTN en 2026-08-17T15:05Z Modi outlines India's 2047 vision in Independence Day address https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-17/Putin-visits-disputed-island-Why-Russia-Japan-peace-treaty-elusive-1PEYOBbCoKs/p.html 2026-08-17T15:06Z CGTN en 2026-08-17T15:06Z Putin visits disputed island: Why Russia-Japan peace treaty remains elusive https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-17/VHJhbnNjcmlwdDkxOTI1/index.html 2026-08-17T15:07Z CGTN en 2026-08-17T15:07Z China-Europe Railway Express: Rail network strengthens trade and supply chain resilience across Eurasia https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-17/VHJhbnNjcmlwdDkxOTI3/index.html 2026-08-17T15:14Z CGTN en 2026-08-17T15:14Z China Fishery Protection: Fishermen in south China's Hainan Island set sail after summer moratorium ends https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-17/news-1PGjigUO3Ju/p.html 2026-08-17T15:14Z CGTN en 2026-08-17T15:14Z Head of the Hormozgan Ports and Maritime Organization: Following reports from the public about pollution in these areas, emergency measures were taken to identify, contain, and clean up the pollution. Through the tireless efforts of operational teams and in cooperation with relevant authorities and local communities, the cleanup operations in the affected areas have been completed, and the condition of the coastlines is being monitored. - Iranian reports https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-17/news-1PGkf9UBPPy/p.html 2026-08-17T22:11Z CGTN en 2026-08-17T15:27Z Iran pledges to use all capacities to clarify situation of three pilots assumed to be jailed in Qatar https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-17/news-1PGkyajL8sw/p.html 2026-08-17T15:32Z CGTN en 2026-08-17T15:32Z Baqaei: Iran is seriously pursuing its sovereign rights in the Persian Gulf. - Iranian reports https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-17/What-do-we-see-when-war-is-no-longer-about-soldiers--1PGjUhOdrbi/p.html 2026-08-17T15:33Z CGTN en 2026-08-17T15:33Z What do we see when war is no longer about soldiers? https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-17/news-1PGkITQiMzS/p.html 2026-08-17T15:34Z CGTN en 2026-08-17T15:34Z Iranian Spokesperson of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs: 'There is no mention of a "60-day deadline" in the text of the memorandum of understanding, and the Islamic Republic of Iran never formulates its policies under pressure, ultimatums, or time limits. All decisions are solely based on an assessment of national interests and security. What was stipulated in the agreement was a 60-day period for discussions on two main issues: "lifting sanctions" and the "nuclear issue," which could be extended if no agreement was reached. Due to the blatant and extensive violation of the June 28th memorandum of understanding by the United States, just a few weeks after its signing, no negotiations began, and consequently, the issue of the 60-day deadline completely lost its relevance.The main focus of the country is on managing current affairs, while at the same time, the armed forces are fully vigilant and monitoring all developments.' https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-17/Indonesian-classical-music-meets-China-A-lesson-in-harmony-1PGkhqUZuWA/p.html 2026-08-17T15:35Z CGTN en 2026-08-17T15:35Z Indonesian classical music meets China: A lesson in harmony https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-17/news-1PGkM9PT1rq/p.html 2026-08-17T15:35Z CGTN en 2026-08-17T15:35Z IRAN'S FOREIGN MINISTRY SPOKESPERSON SAYS TALKS WITH OMAN ARE LONG DUE TO COMPLEXITY OF SUBJECT, MULTIPLE ACTORS INVOLVED, AND COUNTRIES SEEKING TO UNDERMINE PROCESS https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-17/news-1PGkOBDje5q/p.html 2026-08-17T15:35Z CGTN en 2026-08-17T15:35Z IRAN'S FOREIGN MINISTRY SPOKESPERSON SAYS TALKS WITH OMAN CONTINUE https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-17/Chinese-heavy-lift-cranes-join-earthquake-rescue-efforts-in-Colombia-1PGh4yPdOLe/p.html 2026-08-17T15:37Z CGTN en 2026-08-17T15:37Z Chinese heavy-lift cranes join earthquake rescue efforts in Colombia https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-17/news-1PGl1ZqupgI/p.html 2026-08-17T15:38Z CGTN en 2026-08-17T15:38Z DR Congo govt says Ebola outbreak now deadliest ever https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-17/news-1PGl2BG4Z1K/p.html 2026-08-17T15:38Z CGTN en 2026-08-17T15:38Z Iranian Spokesperson of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs: The plan for maritime transit with Oman is being drafted with seriousness. - Iranian reports https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-17/Chilean-FM-to-visit-China-from-August-18-to-22-1PGjA26uMs8/p.html 2026-08-17T15:44Z CGTN en 2026-08-17T15:44Z Chilean FM to visit China from August 18 to 22 https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-17/news-1PGluxGqiVW/p.html 2026-08-17T15:45Z CGTN en 2026-08-17T15:45Z Baghaei: The mediators of Iran-US issues are Pakistan and Qatar. We do not have a new mediator in the negotiations with America - Iranian media https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-17/news-1PGlAjUu3qU/p.html 2026-08-17T15:46Z CGTN en 2026-08-17T15:46Z Iranian Spokesperson of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs: Cooperation of some neighbors with aggressors is contrary to good neighborly relations. - Iranian reports https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-17/news-1PGlAWtEXdu/p.html 2026-08-17T15:46Z CGTN en 2026-08-17T15:46Z 5.0-magnitude earthquake hits NEAR S. COAST OF WESTERN HONSHU - EMSC https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-17/news-1PGlKVpItIk/p.html 2026-08-17T15:48Z CGTN en 2026-08-17T15:48Z Iran's Response to U.S. Threat of New Sanctions: Baghaei: We have been conducting assessments for a long time, and the necessary predictions have been made regarding U.S. actions. Iran will use all its capabilities to thwart these new acts of aggression. https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-17/news-1PGlRUihrhu/p.html 2026-08-17T15:50Z CGTN en 2026-08-17T15:50Z UKRAINIAN DRONES ATTACK INDUSTRIAL FACILITY IN RUSSIA'S ASTRAKHAN REGION - REPORT CITES GOVERNOR https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-17/news-1PGlWNkuMNO/p.html 2026-08-17T15:51Z CGTN en 2026-08-17T15:51Z WOMAN KILLED IN UKRAINIAN DRONE ATTACK IN RUSSIA'S ASTRAKHAN REGION - GOVERNOR https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-17/news-1PGm8o18xnq/p.html 2026-08-17T15:54Z CGTN en 2026-08-17T15:54Z Iranian Spokesperson of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs: There is no letter originating from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs addressed to the Parliament regarding the postponement of a plan to implement Iranian management over the Strait of Hormuz. - reports https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-17/news-1PGmdw8mzja/p.html 2026-08-17T15:55Z CGTN en 2026-08-17T15:55Z TWO DRONES ATTACKED THE OFFICE OF KRG'S PRIME MINISTER AND THE RESIDENCE OF THE HEAD OF THE PROTECTION AGENCY ON MONDAY- KRG SECURITY STATEMENT https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-17/news-1PGmf1hUOWY/p.html 2026-08-17T15:55Z CGTN en 2026-08-17T15:55Z KRG SECURITY STATEMENT: THE ATTACKS WERE LAUNCHED FROM IRANIAN TERRITORY, NO HUMAN CASUALTIES REPORTED https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-17/news-1PGmsOuc8Ra/p.html 2026-08-17T15:58Z CGTN en 2026-08-17T15:58Z Iran's Foreign Ministry Spokesperson: It was anticipated in the understanding that negotiations on the removal of sanctions and the nuclear issue would take place within 60 days, but due to the flagrant and widespread violations committed by the United States, we never even began negotiations. - Iranian media https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-17/news-1PGmKO8zHwI/p.html 2026-08-17T22:12Z CGTN en 2026-08-17T16:02Z Iran says agreement reached with Oman on map of new route in Hormuz Strait https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-17/news-1PGnRl0qAKY/p.html 2026-08-17T16:18Z CGTN en 2026-08-17T16:18Z PM of Kurdistan Region of Iraq: 'Following an investigation by the Kurdistan Counter-Terrorism Unit, my personal office and the home of the head of the Security and Intelligence Agency were targeted by Iranian drone attacks earlier today.I condemn these reckless and unacceptable attacks in the strongest terms. This is a dangerous escalation and a direct threat to the security and stability of the Kurdistan Region.' https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-17/-The-Odyssey-IMAX-craze-shows-strength-of-China-s-cinema-market-1PGmJ8EEous/p.html 2026-08-17T16:20Z CGTN en 2026-08-17T16:20Z 'The Odyssey' IMAX craze shows strength of China's cinema market https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-17/Landscape-canopy-enlivens-Beijing-s-historic-Qianmen-area-1PGoONo83eM/p.html 2026-08-17T16:36Z CGTN en 2026-08-17T16:36Z Landscape canopy enlivens Beijing's historic Qianmen area https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-17/news-1PGpnmTJclO/p.html 2026-08-17T16:39Z CGTN en 2026-08-17T16:39Z Two people were killed in an attack by the Armed Forces of Ukraine on a car in the Zaporizhia region. - Russian reports https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-17/news-1PGpTi8GOlO/p.html 2026-08-17T16:46Z CGTN en 2026-08-17T16:46Z Donetsk region: 2 people killed, 2 injured as a result of Russian shelling - State Emergency Service of Ukraine https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-17/news-1PGqjKxZuTe/p.html 2026-08-17T16:52Z CGTN en 2026-08-17T16:52Z Pakistan's Foreign Minister Mohammad Ishaq Dar spoke today with the Foreign Minister of Türkiye, Hakan Fidan - Pakistan's MFA https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-17/Domestic-films-drive-China-s-summer-box-office-past-10-billion-yuan-1PGq9mw8ypG/p.html 2026-08-17T16:54Z CGTN en 2026-08-17T16:54Z Domestic films drive China's summer box office past 10 billion yuan https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-17/news-1PGr7Y6jFMQ/p.html 2026-08-17T17:04Z CGTN en 2026-08-17T17:04Z The Russian Armed Forces have captured Novosoloshino in the Zaporizhzhia region, according to the Russian Ministry of Defense. https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-17/news-1PGrcDy3zfG/p.html 2026-08-17T17:05Z CGTN en 2026-08-17T17:05Z The Russian Ministry of Defense announced that the Russian Armed Forces have captured the Andreevka community in the Donetsk region. https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-17/news-1PGrm3Me2Iw/p.html 2026-08-17T17:07Z CGTN en 2026-08-17T17:07Z The Russian Armed Forces captured Novosoloshino in the Novorodskaya region, the Ministry of Defense reported. https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-17/news-1PGrpb0NDHy/p.html 2026-08-17T17:08Z CGTN en 2026-08-17T17:08Z Belgium wildfire makes 'limited' advance overnight, more air support on way: official https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-17/news-1PGrFFK6umA/p.html 2026-08-17T17:11Z CGTN en 2026-08-17T17:11Z International Court of Justice : 'By order of August 14, 2026, the President of the ICJ has postponed to December 9, 2026 and December 9, 2027, respectively, the expiration dates of the deadlines for filing the rejoinder of the Islamic Republic of Iran and the rejoinder of Canada.' https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-17/Animated-film-fuels-boom-in-derivative-cultural-products-1PGr97Z5z0I/p.html 2026-08-17T17:22Z CGTN en 2026-08-17T17:22Z Animated film fuels boom in derivative cultural products https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-17/news-1PGsyTFnpcY/p.html 2026-08-17T17:24Z CGTN en 2026-08-17T17:24Z 5.1-magnitude earthquake hits FLORES REGION, INDONESIA - EMSC https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-17/news-1PGsJKka5YQ/p.html 2026-08-17T17:26Z CGTN en 2026-08-17T17:26Z Ministry of Defense of the State of Qatar: Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of State for Defense Affairs Holds Phone Call with Turkish National Defense Minister https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-17/HM-King-Abdullah-II-of-Jordan-to-pay-a-state-visit-to-China-1PGj3HM1lBu/p.html 2026-08-17T21:01Z CGTN en 2026-08-17T17:28Z Jordan's king to visit China from August 18 to 24 https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-17/China-says-peace-stability-in-Korean-Peninsula-serve-interests-of-all-1PGry6MuONa/p.html 2026-08-17T17:31Z CGTN en 2026-08-17T17:31Z China says peace, stability in Korean Peninsula serve interests of all https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-17/news-1PGt9HiOwzm/p.html 2026-08-17T17:32Z CGTN en 2026-08-17T17:32Z GREEK EARLY DEBT REPAYMENTS TO REACH ABOUT €13 BILLION IN 2026- REPORTS https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-17/news-1PGtAI7ykDu/p.html 2026-08-17T17:38Z CGTN en 2026-08-17T17:38Z The death toll from the 7.7-magnitude earthquake in Indonesia has risen to 68. - reports https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-17/Graphics-Key-takeaways-from-China-s-Jan-Jul-2026-economic-figures-1PGtbCHH6RW/p.html 2026-08-17T17:39Z CGTN en 2026-08-17T17:39Z Graphics: Key takeaways from China's January-July 2026 economic figures https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-17/news-1PGu5WvmU4E/p.html 2026-08-17T17:45Z CGTN en 2026-08-17T17:45Z Lebanese Presidency: 'President of the Republic, General Joseph Aoun, promulgated Digital Law No. 68, which the Chamber of Deputies approved a few days ago, and which provides for the abolition of the death penalty in Lebanon.' https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-17/news-1PGudaABIC4/p.html 2026-08-17T17:47Z CGTN en 2026-08-17T17:47Z ROK media: Ruling party's leadership election lacks majority votes…Decided by preference voting system https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-17/Live-Views-of-Strait-of-Hormuz-as-60-day-window-for-US-Iran-deal-ends-1PGsXveenLO/p.html 2026-08-17T17:51Z CGTN en 2026-08-17T17:51Z Live: Views of Strait of Hormuz as 60-day window for US-Iran deal ends https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-17/news-1PGuGwFZJWo/p.html 2026-08-17T22:14Z CGTN en 2026-08-17T17:53Z At least 30 al-Shabaab fighters killed in foiled terror attack in central Somalia https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-17/Live-Guizhou-s-dreamlike-cascades-The-terraces-of-Jiabang-1PGkmiztZew/p.html 2026-08-17T17:53Z CGTN en 2026-08-17T17:53Z Live: Guizhou's dreamlike cascades—The cloud-veiled terraces of Jiabang in SW China– Ep. 2 https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-17/news-1PGuHDw0nFm/p.html 2026-08-17T17:54Z CGTN en 2026-08-17T17:54Z ROK media: 'Democratic Party elects Kim Min-seok as new leader' https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-17/China-urges-Japanese-politicians-to-make-clean-break-with-militarism-1PGkMJYCweI/p.html 2026-08-17T17:54Z CGTN en 2026-08-17T17:54Z China urges Japanese politicians to make clean break with militarism https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-17/VHJhbnNjcmlwdDkxOTI4/index.html 2026-08-17T17:54Z CGTN en 2026-08-17T17:54Z Colombia Earthquake: Rescue teams work around the clock to search for survivors https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-17/Pickleball-brings-Chinese-and-US-youth-together-in-central-China-1PGtVE4WYRa/p.html 2026-08-17T17:57Z CGTN en 2026-08-17T17:57Z Pickleball brings Chinese and US youth together in central China https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-17/China-s-green-wall-draws-global-attention-at-UN-land-summit-1PGt8zuUwiA/p.html 2026-08-17T18:06Z CGTN en 2026-08-17T18:06Z China's half-century desertification fight offers global blueprint as UN conference opens https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-17/news-1PGw1Fh0HK0/p.html 2026-08-17T18:12Z CGTN en 2026-08-17T18:12Z Mass poisoning occurred in kindergarten No. 8 in Korsakov on Sakhalin, the city administration reported. Not only students, but also adults felt unwell. More than 30 cases have been recorded. - Russian media https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-17/news-1PGwpprReww/p.html 2026-08-17T18:18Z CGTN en 2026-08-17T18:18Z Prime Minister Netanyahu is meeting with Jared Kushner, President Trump's envoy, and with the CEO of the Peace Council to discuss the plan for Gaza. - Israeli media https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-17/news-1PGwujNfRio/p.html 2026-08-17T18:19Z CGTN en 2026-08-17T18:19Z TRUMP- IRAN CANNOT HAVE, IN ANY WAY, SHAPE, OR FORM, A NUCLEAR WEAPON https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-17/Unitree-Robotics-unveils-a-robot-that-pushes-beyond-human-limits-1PGwl92vztC/p.html 2026-08-17T18:30Z CGTN en 2026-08-17T18:30Z Unitree Robotics unveils a robot that pushes beyond human limits https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-17/news-1PGxxJnYLn2/p.html 2026-08-17T18:33Z CGTN en 2026-08-17T18:33Z Reports on the approval to extend the 60-day period between Iran and America - Al Hadath https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-17/news-1PGxT0KFJLi/p.html 2026-08-17T18:38Z CGTN en 2026-08-17T18:38Z Defense Minister Katz announced: The IDF will submit within two weeks a plan to transfer civilian enforcement powers in the West Bank to police responsibility - Israeli media https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-17/news-1PGyu8fbafu/p.html 2026-08-17T18:47Z CGTN en 2026-08-17T18:47Z Toronto Police: police responded to reports of a Shooting at a commercial plaza https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-17/China-s-economy-remains-stable-in-the-first-seven-months-1PGtiTrQRSE/p.html 2026-08-17T18:51Z CGTN en 2026-08-17T18:51Z China's economy remains stable with shifts toward new growth drivers https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-17/news-1PGz2l6yGNa/p.html 2026-08-17T18:54Z CGTN en 2026-08-17T18:54Z The official Lebanese stance firmly insists on a UN presence in the south - Lebanese media https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-17/news-1PGz4eGbkc0/p.html 2026-08-17T18:55Z CGTN en 2026-08-17T18:55Z RUSSIA'S BLACK SEA NOVOROSSIYSK PORT RESUMED OIL LOADINGS ON SUNDAY AFTER SUSPENSION ON FRIDAY DUE TO DRONE ATTACKS - REPORTS https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-17/Belt-and-Road-Initiative-A-decade-hand-in-hand-1PGx2orp0uk/p.html 2026-08-17T18:57Z CGTN en 2026-08-17T18:57Z BizDataDive: Belt and Road Initiative - a decade hand-in-hand https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-17/news-1PGzqHRIvVC/p.html 2026-08-17T19:00Z CGTN en 2026-08-17T19:00Z 5.2-magnitude earthquake hits FLORES REGION, INDONESIA - EMSC https://newsaf.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-17/DR-Congo-Ebola-outbreak-becomes-country-s-deadliest-on-record-1PGpl0FKOXe/p.html 2026-08-17T19:03Z CGTN en 2026-08-17T19:03Z DR Congo Ebola outbreak becomes country's deadliest on record https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-17/Live-Qomolangma-a-breathtaking-display-of-nature-s-grandeur-1PGjRNAV1O8/p.html 2026-08-17T19:07Z CGTN en 2026-08-17T19:07Z Live: Qomolangma, a breathtaking display of nature's grandeur – Ep. 3 https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-17/news-1PGAEsE1sEE/p.html 2026-08-17T19:17Z CGTN en 2026-08-17T19:17Z Lebanese Army: Army Commander General Joseph Aoun received in his office - the US General Joseph Clearfield, head of the Military Coordination Group for Lebanon MCG4L, along with a delegation. https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-17/news-1PGAGeoPdTi/p.html 2026-08-17T19:17Z CGTN en 2026-08-17T19:17Z Yemen parties must halt actions risking return to 'full-scale conflict': UN https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-17/Shanghai-strengthens-AI-edge-with-computing-power-1PGm2nLlQeA/p.html 2026-08-17T19:24Z CGTN en 2026-08-17T19:24Z Shanghai strengthens AI edge with computing power, chips and applications https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-17/Young-minds-big-ideas-Inventors-from-around-the-world-meet-in-China-1PGiq55KX5u/p.html 2026-08-17T19:26Z CGTN en 2026-08-17T19:26Z Young minds, big ideas: Inventors from around the world meet in China https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-17/news-1PGBt869adq/p.html 2026-08-17T19:28Z CGTN en 2026-08-17T19:28Z The Russian Federation summoned the Japanese ambassador after Tokyo protested over Putin's trip, but the embassy said he would not be able to visit the Foreign Ministry on August 14 or 17, Lavrov said. - Russian media https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-17/news-1PGBSsD0gp2/p.html 2026-08-17T23:08Z CGTN en 2026-08-17T19:34Z Trump confirms US backchannel with IRGC, Fox News reports https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-17/Anti-China-videos-in-Japan-AI-propaganda-turns-into-business-1PGBgqxNb5m/p.html 2026-08-17T19:38Z CGTN en 2026-08-17T19:38Z Anti-China videos in Japan: AI propaganda turns into business https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-17/China-s-economy-maintains-steady-momentum-in-first-seven-months-1PGrkwAVus8/p.html 2026-08-17T19:44Z CGTN en 2026-08-17T19:44Z China's economy maintains steady momentum in first seven months https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-17/New-AI-large-model-sharpens-data-driven-soybean-breeding-1PGxlF2P7jy/p.html 2026-08-17T19:45Z CGTN en 2026-08-17T19:45Z New AI large model sharpens data-driven soybean breeding https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-17/news-1PGCVbmRJ2U/p.html 2026-08-17T19:49Z CGTN en 2026-08-17T19:49Z The Government opens 1,500 temporary reception places in Ceuta in response to migratory pressure. - Spanish media https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-17/news-1PGD2kPHhi8/p.html 2026-08-17T19:50Z CGTN en 2026-08-17T19:50Z Spokesperson for Yemen's Armed Forces: Yemeni Armed Forces have succeeded in targeting a Saudi enemy military landing ship along with four accompanying military boats in the Red Sea off the coast of Al-Makha, using a number of ballistic missiles. The strike was precise and direct, and the operation resulted in the ship burning completely, with several of the boats sinking and the rest catching fire. https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-17/news-1PGD7iAhsJO/p.html 2026-08-17T19:51Z CGTN en 2026-08-17T19:51Z FRENCH PM LECORNU: GOVERNMENT WILL INCREASE FUNDS TO HELP TOWNS TO FINANCE RELOCATION OF PEOPLE WHOSE HOUSES WERE DESTROYED BY WILDFIRES https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-17/news-1PGDoaZFGbC/p.html 2026-08-17T19:55Z CGTN en 2026-08-17T19:55Z Lebanese Presidency: President Joseph Aoun to the "Task Force for Lebanon" delegation: Lebanon is committed to fully implementing the framework agreement and is counting on the United States of America to implement it, as it is serious, committed, and supportive. The service ministries are now present in the villages and towns where the army has been deployed and provide services to the residents.Israel will not be able to achieve its goals through the use of mere military force and destruction and killing of innocents. The relationship with Iran must be from state to state based on mutual respect and without interference in internal affairs https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-17/news-1PGE4YtDc40/p.html 2026-08-17T20:05Z CGTN en 2026-08-17T20:05Z Trump threatens to bomb Oman if they get in way of Hormuz deal https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-17/news-1PGE6NyvJJu/p.html 2026-08-17T20:05Z CGTN en 2026-08-17T20:05Z U.S. NAVY AWARDS RAYTHEON $22.9 BILLION CONTRACT TO BOOST OUTPUT OF TOMAHAWK MISSILE - STATEMENT https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-17/news-1PGEuUdDVx6/p.html 2026-08-17T20:11Z CGTN en 2026-08-17T20:11Z ZAMBIA'S PRESIDENT HICHILEMA EXTENDS LEAD IN PRESIDENTIAL ELECTION - REPORTS https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-17/news-1PGESDWXmHm/p.html 2026-08-17T20:16Z CGTN en 2026-08-17T20:16Z UNIFIL: The past two weeks have seen a marked increase in Israeli military activity in south Lebanon. Between 5 and 16 August, UNIFIL recorded an average of 137 projectiles per day, including 208 on Saturday and 185 on Sunday. https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-17/news-1PGFdnF31Vm/p.html 2026-08-17T20:21Z CGTN en 2026-08-17T20:21Z RAYTHEON SAYS TOMAHAWK CONTRACT WITH U.S. NAVY WILL RUN FOR SEVEN YEARS https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-17/news-1PGFmQLtB4I/p.html 2026-08-17T20:23Z CGTN en 2026-08-17T20:23Z Russia: There are no grounds for reversing the decision to disqualify Yabloko from the elections, the Central Election Commission reports. https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-17/news-1PGFCTLctR6/p.html 2026-08-17T20:27Z CGTN en 2026-08-17T20:27Z SENIOR IRANIAN OFFICIAL: IRAN HAS DECIDED TO SHIFT ITS POLICY FROM DEFENSIVE TO A 'FULLY OFFENSIVE' ONE - REPORTS https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-17/news-1PGFDQixEY0/p.html 2026-08-17T20:27Z CGTN en 2026-08-17T20:27Z PRESSURING U.S. OR RELYING ON MEDIATORS TO REACH A LASTING PEACE IS NOT REALISTIC - SENIOR IRANIAN OFFICIAL https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-17/news-1PGFF8rnUQg/p.html 2026-08-17T20:27Z CGTN en 2026-08-17T20:27Z REPORTS: IRAN HAS SET A DEADLINE OF A FEW WEEKS FOR FULL IMPLEMENTATION OF MOU BY U.S. - SENIOR IRANIAN OFFICIAL https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-17/Autumn-transforms-Wusu-s-mud-volcanoes-into-geological-spectacle-1PGEu17bTVu/p.html 2026-08-17T20:27Z CGTN en 2026-08-17T20:27Z Autumn transforms Wusu's mud volcanoes into a geological spectacle https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-17/news-1PGFGTxSDBK/p.html 2026-08-17T20:27Z CGTN en 2026-08-17T20:27Z REPORTS: ALL IRANIAN ENTITIES WILL BE PREPARED TO ESCALATE TENSIONS IN HORMUZ STRAIT AND THE REGION IF DIPLOMACY FAILS - SENIOR IRANIAN OFFICIAL https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-17/news-1PGFIwjtOvK/p.html 2026-08-17T20:28Z CGTN en 2026-08-17T20:28Z REPORTS: THE TIMEFRAME SET BY IRAN WILL BE CONVEYED TO U.S., REGIONAL COUNTRIES VIA MEDIATORS -SENIOR IRANIAN OFFICIAL https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-17/news-1PGFJTvpCXm/p.html 2026-08-17T20:28Z CGTN en 2026-08-17T20:28Z REPORTS: IRAN WILL NOT WAIT FOR U.S. TO CONTINUE THE NAVAL BLOCKADE INDEFINITELY - SENIOR IRANIAN OFFICIAL https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-17/Global-South-Voices-Belt-and-Road-Initiative-1PGATQVJaMg/p.html 2026-08-17T20:34Z CGTN en 2026-08-17T20:34Z Global South Voices: Belt and Road Initiative https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-17/news-1PGGnVweAdq/p.html 2026-08-17T20:37Z CGTN en 2026-08-17T20:37Z The State Enterprise of the Russian Federation, following the CEC, supported the decision to withdraw Yabloko from the elections. - Russian reports https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-17/Tokyo-residents-fear-NIB-could-violate-right-to-privacy-1PGD0Sn3abm/p.html 2026-08-17T20:39Z CGTN en 2026-08-17T20:39Z We Talk: Tokyo residents fear 'National Intelligence Bureau' could violate personal privacy https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-17/China-publishes-selected-works-of-Jiang-Zemin-on-foreign-policy-1PGFXQIc5fG/p.html 2026-08-17T20:46Z CGTN en 2026-08-17T20:46Z China publishes selected works of Jiang Zemin on foreign policy https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-17/South-China-Sea-fishing-season-reopens-after-summer-moratorium-1PGwlUX1LDG/p.html 2026-08-17T20:49Z CGTN en 2026-08-17T20:49Z South China Sea fishing season reopens after summer moratorium https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-17/news-1PGHtQzKo7K/p.html 2026-08-17T20:52Z CGTN en 2026-08-17T20:52Z Meeting between Netanyahu and Kushner ends - reports https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-17/Anchored-by-resilience-new-growth-drivers-reshape-China-s-growth-1PGzQofp1Xa/p.html 2026-08-17T20:53Z CGTN en 2026-08-17T20:53Z Anchored by resilience, new growth drivers reshape China's growth https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-17/news-1PGHGc3EdaM/p.html 2026-08-17T20:55Z CGTN en 2026-08-17T20:55Z Iranian media cites IRGC Spokesman: 'Trump's claims about behind-the-scenes talks with the IRGC are delusions stemming from defeat' https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-17/news-1PGHJPMJ0hG/p.html 2026-08-17T20:56Z CGTN en 2026-08-17T20:56Z Iranian media cites General Mohammadi, the IRGC spokesperson, regarding Trump's claim today that the United States is in talks with IRGC officials through a back channel regarding issues related to the war, emphasized: "There are no talks between IRGC officials and Americans. This lie from Trump is simply fantasies that he is experiencing due to delusions and nightmares resulting from defeat and desperation in the war." https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-17/news-1PGHP8089fW/p.html 2026-08-17T20:57Z CGTN en 2026-08-17T20:57Z Brigadier General Ibrahim Zulfiqari: 'Our message, delivered through intermediaries, is clear: either lift the blockade within the specified timeframe, or face a comprehensive explosion that will leave nothing untouched.' https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-17/Xi-extends-condolences-to-Indonesian-president-over-strong-earthquake-1PGAbldOD04/p.html 2026-08-17T22:43Z CGTN en 2026-08-17T20:59Z Xi extends condolences to Indonesian president over strong earthquake https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-17/news-1PGHYtyuaUU/p.html 2026-08-17T20:59Z CGTN en 2026-08-17T20:59Z Iran's Brigadier General Ibrahim Zulfiqari: 'We will not stand idly by in the face of the naval blockade; and options for escalating the situation in the Strait of Hormuz are now ready for immediate implementation. Only a few days remain for diplomacy to succeed; if the deadline passes without a response, the entire region will be engulfed in conflict. The era of defense and restraint is over. Our strategy has shifted to absolute offense, and we will push things to their absolute limits.' https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-17/AI-powered-flying-lifebuoy-debuts-in-Hangzhou-rescue-drill-1PGGsoqvapy/p.html 2026-08-17T21:00Z CGTN en 2026-08-17T21:00Z AI-powered flying lifebuoy debuts in Hangzhou rescue drill https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-17/Invisible-watermarks-could-make-AI-writing-easier-to-trace-1PGvZZdBxrG/p.html 2026-08-17T21:01Z CGTN en 2026-08-17T21:01Z Invisible watermarks could make AI writing easier to trace https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-17/news-1PGI6wDhe9O/p.html 2026-08-17T21:01Z CGTN en 2026-08-17T21:01Z Iran's Brigadier General Ibrahim Zulfiqari: 'There are no talks between Iranian Revolutionary Guard officials and Americans. This lie from Trump is just a delusion and fantasy he is suffering from due to nightmares resulting from defeat and despair in the war. These fantasies will not help him in reality.' https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-17/news-1PGIfaiU44o/p.html 2026-08-17T21:03Z CGTN en 2026-08-17T21:03Z UKRAINE'S MILITARY SAYS IT HIT RUSSIAN PLANT IN ROSTOV REGION LINKED TO MISSILE FUEL PRODUCTION https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-17/news-1PGIhACDPHy/p.html 2026-08-17T22:10Z CGTN en 2026-08-17T21:04Z Cargo vessel boarded by eight armed persons off Somalia, UKMTO says https://newseu.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-17/Vertical-escalation-Why-the-Russia-Ukraine-air-war-is-intensifying-1PFhg4jkzSg/p.html 2026-08-17T21:09Z CGTN en 2026-08-17T21:09Z Vertical escalation: Why the Russia-Ukraine air war is intensifying https://newseu.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-17/Kurdistan-PM-s-office-hit-Hormuz-deal-nears-Kushner-meets-Netanyahu-1PGxAYsvD3y/p.html 2026-08-17T21:16Z CGTN en 2026-08-17T21:16Z Kurdistan PM's office hit, Hormuz deal nears, Kushner meets Netanyahu https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-17/news-1PGJefTsbTi/p.html 2026-08-17T21:17Z CGTN en 2026-08-17T21:17Z Iranian media cites Diplomat from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs: If we return to negotiations, we will do so based on the Islamabad agreement, not the Manama meeting. https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-17/China-s-July-data-show-stability-amid-sector-shifts-1PGGgtHr9ss/p.html 2026-08-17T21:28Z CGTN en 2026-08-17T21:28Z China's July data show stability amid sector shifts https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-17/news-1PGKdn1WJMc/p.html 2026-08-17T21:31Z CGTN en 2026-08-17T21:31Z US SUPREME COURT REJECTS RENEWED TRUMP REQUEST TO HEAR APPEAL OF $5 MILLION VERDICT IN FAVOR OF E. JEAN CARROLL https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-17/news-1PGLfJVPzS8/p.html 2026-08-17T21:45Z CGTN en 2026-08-17T21:45Z Zimbabwe's Police: death toll rises to 92 in Lake Kariba boat accident. https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-17/news-1PGLHTUMfQc/p.html 2026-08-17T21:52Z CGTN en 2026-08-17T21:52Z Zelenskyy: Together with the Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, we identified additional organizational steps that can strengthen our defense in these particularly intense areas. I have instructed that the personnel decisions proposed by the Commander-in-Chief be prepared. We also discussed the progress of long-range operations during the first half of August. We confirmed the priorities for deep strike operations in the coming weeks and for September. https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-17/news-1PGMelThNUA/p.html 2026-08-17T21:59Z CGTN en 2026-08-17T21:59Z Seven migrants dead, 50 rescued off Libya: Italian charity https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-17/news-1PGN5WRTbJm/p.html 2026-08-17T22:11Z CGTN en 2026-08-17T22:11Z Reports: Netanyahu brought with him to the meeting with Kushner the head of the Shin Bet, David Zini, and the head of Military Intelligence, Shlomi Binder, to brief him on Hamas's violations in Gaza, according to a source familiar with the details. https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-17/news-1PGNkkGHT8I/p.html 2026-08-17T22:14Z CGTN en 2026-08-17T22:14Z IDF: A Hamas explosive device exploded in the Yellow Line area in northern Gaza and terrorists fired toward the same area. No IDF injuries were reported. In response, the IDF struck in the Yellow Line area.We will continue operating in accordance with the ceasefire agreement while removing any immediate threat. https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-17/news-1PGNpCTgeIM/p.html 2026-08-17T22:15Z CGTN en 2026-08-17T22:15Z President of the State of Israel: 'I met with U.S. Special Envoy Jared Kushner, Board of Peace High Representative NMladenov, and their teams at the President's Residence in Jerusalem today.I am grateful for their ongoing efforts to advance to the next stages in Gaza, in accordance with President Trump's 20-Point Plan. I was impressed that Israel’s security interests are an important and central element of their plan. I commended and encouraged their efforts to ensure a brighter and more secure future for the people of Israel, the people of Gaza, and the entire region.' https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-17/China-holds-symposium-on-late-leader-Jiang-Zemin-1PGL3WFrIZi/p.html 2026-08-17T22:28Z CGTN en 2026-08-17T22:28Z China holds symposium on late leader Jiang Zemin https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-17/news-1PGPxw3SABW/p.html 2026-08-17T22:45Z CGTN en 2026-08-17T22:45Z Netanyahu tells Kushner no Israeli pullout in Gaza without Hamas disarmament: Israeli official https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-17/news-1PGPDwssQJG/p.html 2026-08-17T22:47Z CGTN en 2026-08-17T22:47Z Netanyahu asks for US general to supervise Hamas arms surrender: Israeli official https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-17/news-1PGPPuPtz7W/p.html 2026-08-17T22:49Z CGTN en 2026-08-17T22:49Z Israeli PM Office: The Prime Minister and Board of Peace had deep and constructive discussions. It was agreed to establish two working groups, one on disarmament and demilitarisation of Gaza, which both Israel and the Board of Peace are determined should be prompt and completed before any reconstruction happens in Gaza. A second working group will focus on sanitation, clean water and other public health issues for the people of Gaza and which also impact the people of Israel. https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-17/US-Iran-MoU-expires-after-60-days-Where-do-things-stand--1PGHBkN01Rm/p.html 2026-08-17T23:00Z CGTN en 2026-08-17T23:00Z US-Iran MoU expires after 60 days: Where do things stand? https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-17/Debise-I-m-feeling-very-good-to-come-to-China--1PGNiiVQ4lG/p.html 2026-08-18T07:42Z CGTN en 2026-08-17T23:01Z Debise: I'm feeling very good to come to China! https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-17/Chinese-premier-stresses-fulfilling-full-year-development-targets-1PGMJcFgZC8/p.html 2026-08-17T23:01Z CGTN en 2026-08-17T23:01Z Chinese Premier Li Qiang stresses fulfilling full-year development targets https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-17/China-urges-Japan-to-reflect-on-war-crimes-break-with-militarism-1PGMMxB8pMc/p.html 2026-08-17T23:01Z CGTN en 2026-08-17T23:01Z Japanese PM's address blurs Japan's responsibility for its acts of aggression: Chinese spokesperson https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-17/Evan-Osnos-R-D-industrial-scaling-put-China-at-forefront-1PGNSxMQyuQ/p.html 2026-08-17T23:06Z CGTN en 2026-08-17T23:06Z Evan Osnos: R&D, industrial scaling put China at manufacturing forefront https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-17/Grand-gathering-held-to-commemorate-100th-anniversary-of-birth-of-late-Chinese-leader-Jiang-Zemin-1PGRM2ZEiZy/p.html 2026-08-17T23:45Z CGTN en 2026-08-17T23:45Z Grand gathering held to commemorate 100th anniversary of birth of late Chinese leader Jiang Zemin https://newseu.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/Vienna-woman-sues-city-over-public-toilet-charges-1PFfmm3UTYI/p.html 2026-08-18T00:54Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T00:54Z Vienna woman sues city over public toilet charges https://newsus.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/Colombians-unite-to-help-earthquake-victims-rebuild-their-lives-1PHddjmfwek/p.html 2026-08-18T04:43Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T04:43Z Colombians unite to help earthquake victims rebuild their lives https://newsus.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/Firefighters-continue-to-battle-wildfires-in-US-and-Canada-1PHf0vemOqs/p.html 2026-08-18T04:43Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T04:43Z Firefighters continue to battle wildfires in US and Canada https://newsus.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/Colombia-s-Buenaventura-faces-long-road-to-recovery-after-earthquake-1PHor4xogPm/p.html 2026-08-18T06:55Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T06:55Z Colombia's Buenaventura faces long road to recovery after earthquake https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/news-1PHty2QPjX2/p.html 2026-08-18T10:13Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T08:05Z Incumbent Zambian President Hakainde Hichilema wins re-election https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/UN-chief-calls-for-resumption-of-Iran-US-talks-1PHrfcadala/p.html 2026-08-18T08:11Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T08:11Z UN chief calls for resumption of Iran-US talks https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/news-1PHu4bfA5Ms/p.html 2026-08-18T08:12Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T08:12Z The Ukrainian Armed Forces have withdrawn from the village of Bugayevka, near Kharkiv, according to Marchenko. - Russian media https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/news-1PHu926XYze/p.html 2026-08-18T08:13Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T08:13Z COLOMBIA PRESIDENT:PRELIMINARY FIGURE ESTIMATES EARTHQUAKE LOSSES AT 30 TRILLION PESOS https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/news-1PHut7zHXk4/p.html 2026-08-18T08:18Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T08:18Z According to data presented by President Abelardo de la Espriella one week after the earthquake, the tragedy affects 450 municipalities in 15 departments, leaves 289 dead, 4187 injured, and 143 missing. https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/news-1PHvBAz0sdW/p.html 2026-08-18T08:34Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T08:34Z ZAMBIA'S PRESIDENT HICHILEMA WINS RE-ELECTION, OFFICIAL RESULTS SHOW https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/China-dispatches-humanitarian-aid-to-Colombia-1PHt3hKfxhm/p.html 2026-08-18T11:25Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T08:35Z China dispatches humanitarian aid to Colombia https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/news-1PHvHtZ027m/p.html 2026-08-18T08:35Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T08:35Z ZAMBIA'S HICHILEMA GOT ABOUT 60% OF VALID VOTES, OFFICIAL RESULTS SHOW https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/news-1PHwa5O3s6Q/p.html 2026-08-18T08:42Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T08:42Z ZAMBIA ELECTORAL COMMISSION DECLARES HICHILEMA AS PRESIDENT-ELECT https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/National-flag-flown-at-half-mast-to-mourn-death-of-Comrade-Zhu-Rongji-1PHvO2eXyjm/p.html 2026-08-18T08:50Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T08:50Z Chinese national flag flies at half-mast to mourn death of Zhu Rongji at Tiananmen Square https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/news-1PHxcME7nFK/p.html 2026-08-18T08:56Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T08:56Z Deputy Director of Health in Sulaymaniyah, northern Iraq: Eighteen people were injured as a result of an explosion at an oil products storage facility in the province. - reports https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/COP17-highlights-China-s-achievements-in-combating-desertification-1PHrR3zc5fq/p.html 2026-08-18T09:01Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T09:01Z COP17 'China Corner' showcases China's achievements in combating desertification https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/Russian-FM-slams-Japan-for-seeking-to-cover-up-its-own-military-moves-1PHsYVvQ6Mo/p.html 2026-08-18T09:05Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T09:05Z Russian FM slams Japan for seeking to cover up its own military moves by lashing out at Russia https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/news-1PHyMKGr2F2/p.html 2026-08-18T09:18Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T09:18Z Israel carried out an airstrike on Abu al-Zuhur airport near Idlib in northern Syria. - reports https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/news-1PHAWcHFW3S/p.html 2026-08-18T09:49Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T09:49Z A school shooting occurred in the southern Philippines on Tuesday morning, https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/news-1PHAXdayWPe/p.html 2026-08-18T10:51Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T09:49Z 2 killed in shooting at school in southern Philippines https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/news-1PHCpN4RRQs/p.html 2026-08-18T10:09Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T10:09Z PRESIDENT OF ATENEO DE ZAMBOANGA UNIVERSITY IN SOUTHERN PHILIPPINES CONFIRMS TWO KILLED FROM SHOOTING INSIDE SCHOOL https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/news-1PHCpRhrDiM/p.html 2026-08-18T10:09Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T10:09Z PRESIDENT OF ATENEO DE ZAMBOANGA UNIVERSITY IN SOUTHERN PHILIPPINES CONFIRMS TWO KILLED FROM SHOOTING INSIDE SCHOOL https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/news-1PHCzpKPG1O/p.html 2026-08-18T10:11Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T10:11Z RUSSIA DOWNS 180 DRONES IN MOSCOW REGION OVERNIGHT, NEWSAGENCIES QUOTE MOSCOW MAYOR https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/Trump-says-DPRK-responded-to-his-outreach-after-US-ROK-drill-cuts-1PHuhxZbVUQ/p.html 2026-08-18T10:15Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T10:15Z Trump says DPRK's Kim has responded to his outreach after scaling back US-ROK drills https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/Trump-says-not-seeking-extension-of-Iran-deal-threatens-to-bomb-Oman-1PHzwvuqARG/p.html 2026-08-18T10:20Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T10:20Z Trump says not seeking extension of Iran deal, threatens to bomb Oman https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/news-1PHDdR5DZFC/p.html 2026-08-18T10:21Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T10:21Z PRESIDENT OF ATENEO DE ZAMBOANGA UNIVERSITY IN SOUTHERN PHILIPPINES SAYS NO MORE ACTIVE SHOOTERS, NO MORE FATALITIES OR RECORDED INJURIES https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/DJI-welcomes-US-court-order-to-review-military-company-designation-1PHA7LlfyUM/p.html 2026-08-18T10:21Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T10:21Z DJI welcomes US court order to review its 'military company' designation https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/Belgium-wildfire-contained-in-accessible-areas-1PHAs4OiuyY/p.html 2026-08-18T10:24Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T10:24Z More resources deployed as Belgium wildfire contained in accessible areas https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/news-1PHDPuzIl9K/p.html 2026-08-18T10:29Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T10:29Z American Airlines flight blows two tires after landing at Chicago O’Hare Airport; no injuries reported. https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/news-1PHE6aIWMdG/p.html 2026-08-18T10:33Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T10:33Z Eli Cohen holding top spot in Likud primary, with over 50% of vote counted, Israeli media reports https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/news-1PHEfHVqkMM/p.html 2026-08-18T10:35Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T10:35Z The attempt to attack Moscow by Ukrainian UAVs was the biggest in two years, according to TASS estimates. https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/news-1PHF2WtH8DS/p.html 2026-08-18T10:46Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T10:46Z MAYOR OF ZAMBOANGA CITY IN SOUTHERN PHILIPPINES TELLS ANC TV THAT GUNMAN KILLED HIMSELF https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/Documenting-US-rescue-mission-When-officials-make-AI-photos-credible-1PHyuIekYo0/p.html 2026-08-18T10:51Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T10:51Z Documenting US rescue mission? When officials make AI photos credible https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/Kushner-leaves-talks-with-Israel-without-progress-on-Gaza-peace-plan-1PHAbwOBE3K/p.html 2026-08-18T10:54Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T10:54Z Kushner leaves talks with Israel without breakthrough on implementation of US plan to end Gaza war https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/news-1PHFRyHZeA8/p.html 2026-08-18T10:57Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T10:57Z STRAIT OF HORMUZ VESSEL CROSSINGS REMAIN SLOW, WITH SIX VESSELS TRANSITING ON MONDAY, PRELIMINARY DATA SHOWS https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/news-1PHGLt4i64w/p.html 2026-08-18T11:10Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T11:10Z Father of suspect in school shooting at Ateneo de Zamboanga University Junior High School, a Customs Police Chief in Zamboanga, has been relieved of his post - Philippine media https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/news-1PHGOgct2Ra/p.html 2026-08-18T11:40Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T11:11Z UKMTO: Vessel struck by unknown projectile in Strait of Hormuz https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/news-1PHGR1WDxks/p.html 2026-08-18T11:11Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T11:11Z UKMTO SAYS COMPANY SECURITY OFFICER HAS REPORTED THAT THE VESSEL WAS STRUCK BY AN UNKNOWN PROJECTILE WHILE CONDUCTING AN OUTBOUND TRANSIT OF THE STRAIT OF HORMUZ https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/news-1PHGSI02HCM/p.html 2026-08-18T11:12Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T11:12Z UKMTO SAYS IMPACT CAUSED DAMAGE TO THE ENGINE ROOM AND RESULTED IN A CREW CASUALTY https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/news-1PHGVhZyT9m/p.html 2026-08-18T11:12Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T11:12Z UKMTO: REMAINING CREW ARE CURRENTLY BEING ASSISTED BY THE OMANI COAST GUARD https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/Philippines-suspends-classes-as-extreme-weather-affects-5-million-1PHFR1qWDde/p.html 2026-08-18T11:26Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T11:26Z Philippines suspends classes as extreme weather affects 5 million https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/news-1PHIa7vSc80/p.html 2026-08-18T11:30Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T11:30Z WAREHOUSE OF RUSSIA'S WILDBERRIES HIT IN DRONE ATTACK ON MOSCOW REGION, GOVERNOR SAYS https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/OpenAI-to-lease-massive-new-AI-data-center-in-US-backed-by-Nvidia-1PHDxQmkHra/p.html 2026-08-18T11:30Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T11:30Z OpenAI to lease massive new AI data center in US, backed by Nvidia https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/Exclusive-with-Fields-medalist-Martin-Hairer-1PEFIws8240/p.html 2026-08-18T11:33Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T11:33Z Exclusive with Fields medalist Martin Hairer https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/news-1PHICTMGeQw/p.html 2026-08-18T11:36Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T11:36Z Severe weather leaves 26 dead, over 5.14 mln affected in Philippines https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/news-1PHIINO8RXy/p.html 2026-08-18T11:37Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T11:37Z Death toll from Chiba torrential rains rises to 11, over 2,140 buildings damaged https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/news-1PHJ8PLUt9e/p.html 2026-08-18T11:43Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T11:43Z As a result of UAV attacks in the Moscow region, 3 people were injured, including a child, governor says https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/Unmasking-the-Dalai-Lama-The-root-of-darkness-in-old-Xizang-1PGo9oksrKg/p.html 2026-08-18T11:45Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T11:45Z Unmasking the Dalai Lama: The root of darkness in old Xizang https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/Two-Air-India-pilots-fail-drug-tests-after-Phuket-flight-incident-1PHE0nu9FYs/p.html 2026-08-18T11:47Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T11:47Z Two Air India pilots fail drug tests after Phuket flight incident https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/news-1PHJK507Zpm/p.html 2026-08-18T11:52Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T11:52Z Cut-off low in northern Chile kills 1, forces evacuation of over 2,000 people, 540 inmates relocated https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/Valentin-Debise-tries-Chongqing-s-viral-motorbike-visa-on-arrival--1PHFLXXPsiY/p.html 2026-08-18T11:55Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T11:55Z Valentin Debise tries Chongqing's viral motorbike 'visa-on-arrival' https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/China-unveils-measures-to-boost-county-level-consumption-1PHGtgQar2E/p.html 2026-08-18T22:35Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T11:56Z China moves to unlock county-level consumption, energize domestic demand https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/Tacheng-City-of-accordion-1PHHglbrKPS/p.html 2026-08-18T12:00Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T12:00Z The 6th Xinjiang Tacheng International Accordion Art & Culture Festival transforms the city into a global stage https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/Tacheng-s-accordion-street-market-brings-music-to-the-public-1PHIj2kwOac/p.html 2026-08-18T12:01Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T12:01Z Tacheng's accordion street market brings music to the public https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/HKSAR-launches-nine-level-aerospace-and-AI-certification-course-1PHHZBXEiWs/p.html 2026-08-18T12:03Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T12:03Z HKSAR launches nine-level aerospace and AI certification course https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/news-1PHLa2scx1u/p.html 2026-08-18T12:12Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T12:12Z Foreign workers were injured in an explosion that occurred in an agricultural area in Metulla. One of them is in serious condition - Israeli media https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/news-1PHLyPbWm8U/p.html 2026-08-18T12:17Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T12:17Z COMMODITY VESSEL TRAFFIC VIA STRAIT OF HORMUZ RISES TO 6 ON MONDAY FROM 2 A DAY EARLIER- SHIPPING DATA https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/news-1PHMk5GYPkY/p.html 2026-08-18T12:28Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T12:28Z 69 people, including three children, were killed and another 406 were wounded as a result of attacks by the Ukrainian Armed Forces on Russian regions between August 10 and 16, said Ambassador-at-Large of the Russian Foreign Ministry Rodion Miroshnik. https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/VHJhbnNjcmlwdDkxOTMw/index.html 2026-08-18T12:43Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T12:43Z Kashi Fair 2026: Record foreign turnout as 44 nations and regions join trade event in northwest China's Xinjiang https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/China-summer-school-in-2026-EV-AI-robotics-all-in-one-1PHM82sevD2/p.html 2026-08-18T12:43Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T12:43Z China summer school in 2026: EV, AI, robotics, all in one https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/news-1PHNRhEYtzi/p.html 2026-08-18T12:49Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T12:49Z Over the week, 15 people were killed in the Belgorod region as a result of attacks by the Armed Forces of Ukraine, RIA reports. https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/VHJhbnNjcmlwdDkxOTMy/index.html 2026-08-18T12:50Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T12:50Z China's Economy: National Bureau of Statistics: Economy shows resilience and momentum in first seven months https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/VHJhbnNjcmlwdDkxOTM0/index.html 2026-08-18T12:59Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T12:59Z Chinese Animation: Building global reach beyond blockbuster hits https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/VHJhbnNjcmlwdDkxOTM5/index.html 2026-08-18T13:02Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T13:02Z Belt and Road Cooperation: Sierra Leone newspaper editor discusses impact of BRI https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/No-mention-of-remorse-in-Japanese-PM-Takaichi-s-war-memorial-speech-1PGGzqcKddm/p.html 2026-08-18T13:03Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T13:03Z No mention of remorse in Japanese PM Takaichi's war memorial speech https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/VHJhbnNjcmlwdDkxOTM4/index.html 2026-08-18T13:05Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T13:05Z Belt and Road Cooperation: Pakistani journalist: BRI cooperation can drive sustainable future for Pakistan https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/Men-sentenced-to-prison-in-latest-China-US-anti-drug-cooperation-case-1PHKPdQ6tuo/p.html 2026-08-18T13:06Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T13:06Z Chinese court sentences men in case solved through China-US counternarcotics cooperation https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/news-1PHPeCjOk3m/p.html 2026-08-18T13:09Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T13:09Z Japan's Naha airport runway closed after Self-Defense Force aircraft gets stranded https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/news-1PHPjOM85ig/p.html 2026-08-18T13:10Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T13:10Z EMSC: M5.5 earthquake hits OFFSHORE CHIAPAS, MEXICO https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/Scholar-reveals-Japanese-military-human-trials-on-its-own-soldiers-1PHIoYxo6dO/p.html 2026-08-18T13:11Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T13:11Z Japanese scholar reveals new evidence of Japanese military's human experiments on own troops https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/VHJhbnNjcmlwdDkxOTM2/index.html 2026-08-18T13:11Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T13:11Z US-Iran Conflict: Iran says agreement reached with Oman over Strait of Hormuz transit route maps https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/Live-Discover-the-timeless-charm-of-Furong-Ancient-Town--1PHJf1y9wAg/p.html 2026-08-18T13:12Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T13:12Z Live: Discover the timeless charm of Furong Ancient Town in China's Hunan - Ep. 2 https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/Heavy-monsoon-rains-flood-homes-roads-in-Manila-1PHKPaSs0kE/p.html 2026-08-18T13:16Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T13:16Z Heavy monsoon rains flood homes, roads in Manila https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/Trump-says-Iran-won-t-make-deal-he-desires-threatens-to-bomb-Oman-1PHJefGKUQU/p.html 2026-08-18T13:18Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T13:18Z Trump says Iran won't make deal he deems necessary, threatens to bomb Oman https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/news-1PHQ4xYZyEg/p.html 2026-08-18T13:20Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T13:20Z Iran's Qalibaf, Speaker of the Parliament, will leave for Iraq on Wednesday at the head of a high-ranking parliamentary delegation with the aim of discussing regional developments, strengthening strategic cooperation between Tehran and Baghdad, and examining joint solutions to help establish stability and security in West Asia - Iranian media https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/news-1PHQgtGw8cU/p.html 2026-08-18T13:23Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T13:23Z MAGNITUDE 5.7 EARTHQUAKE STRIKES OFF COAST OF CHIAPAS, MEXICO REGION - EMSC https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/news-1PHQivGZTcA/p.html 2026-08-18T13:23Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T13:23Z Air defense systems shot down 791 Ukrainian UAVs overnight over the regions of the Russian Federation, as well as over the Black Sea and Sea of Azov, the Russian Defense Ministry reported. https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/news-1PHSavS6TCw/p.html 2026-08-18T13:50Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T13:50Z One person was killed and 15 were injured in a Ukrainian Armed Forces drone strike on Energodar in the Zaporizhzhia region - Russian media https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/news-1PHScGaEdb2/p.html 2026-08-18T13:50Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T13:50Z One person was killed, 15 were injured in Energodar as a result of an AFU drone strike, RIA reports. https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/news-1PHTgMNiUKY/p.html 2026-08-18T14:23Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T14:05Z M6.1 earthquake strikes off South Nias, Indonesia https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/news-1PHTkSxhcPK/p.html 2026-08-18T14:06Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T14:06Z Israeli MDA: A report was received at MDA's 101 hotline in the Jordan region, about 6 men (foreign workers) who were injured by an explosive device in an open area near Metula. https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/Graphics-Ecuador-China-cooperation-across-trade-culture-and-tourism-1PHQETyHbNe/p.html 2026-08-18T14:06Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T14:06Z Graphics: Ecuador-China cooperation across trade, culture and tourism https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/Live-Behold-the-spectacular-Nine-Dragons-Waterfall-Group-in-Luoping-1PHSf4wksVy/p.html 2026-08-18T14:09Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T14:09Z Live: Behold the spectacular Nine Dragons Waterfall Group in Luoping, Yunnan https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/news-1PHTH1PbHdS/p.html 2026-08-18T14:11Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T14:11Z Iranian Foreign Minister: Israel exerted efforts to prevent the signing and implementation of the memorandum of understanding, and these efforts are still ongoing. https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/China-falls-to-New-Zealand-in-final-World-Cup-Qualifying-warmup-game-1PHFrUAeXJu/p.html 2026-08-18T14:12Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T14:12Z China falls to New Zealand in final World Cup Qualifying warmup game https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/news-1PHTUJpbcA0/p.html 2026-08-18T14:14Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T14:14Z Strikes hit military airport in northwest Syria - reports https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/Defending-champion-Shi-stunned-by-Shetty-in-World-Championships-opener-1PHEo7vDrsQ/p.html 2026-08-18T14:17Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T14:17Z Defending champion Shi Yuqi stunned by Shetty in opener at BWF World Championships https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/VHJhbnNjcmlwdDkxOTQw/index.html 2026-08-18T14:20Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T14:20Z Strait of Hormuz Route Deal: Iran and Oman agree on shipping map, but reopening depends on US https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/Technology-takes-center-stage-at-the-CMG-Film-Culture-Carnival--1PHTCfJieTm/p.html 2026-08-18T14:23Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T14:23Z Technology takes center stage at the CMG Film Culture Carnival https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/Yes-or-no-Visitors-rate-the-CMG-Film-Culture-Carnival-market-1PHR6JJH916/p.html 2026-08-18T14:24Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T14:24Z Yes or no? Visitors rate the CMG Film Culture Carnival market https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/VHJhbnNjcmlwdDkxOTM3/index.html 2026-08-18T14:26Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T14:26Z Israel-Palestine Conflict: US Middle East convoy Jared Kushner meets Hamas leaders in Egypt to push Trump Gaza peace plan https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/China-delivers-ultra-large-ethane-ethylene-carrier-1PHJKn4MkZa/p.html 2026-08-18T14:32Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T14:32Z China delivers ultra-large ethane-ethylene carrier https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/VHJhbnNjcmlwdDkxOTM1/index.html 2026-08-18T14:33Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T14:33Z Gaza Humanitarian Crisis: A long journey to recovery for Gaza amputees https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/VHJhbnNjcmlwdDkxOTMz/index.html 2026-08-18T14:41Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T14:41Z Indonesia Quake Aftermath: Death toll at 53 from magnitude-7.7 quake off Flores Island https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/news-1PHVSyEUsp2/p.html 2026-08-18T14:42Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T14:42Z RUSSIAN MISSILE ATTACK KILLS 10 IN UKRAINE'S KHARKIV REGION, GOVERNOR SAYS https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/news-1PHWfWv7GJW/p.html 2026-08-18T14:47Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T14:47Z A Ukrainian intelligence agent was detained in the Ryazan region for collecting data on the facilities of the Ministry of Defense and the Fuel and Energy Complex - Russian media https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/Inside-the-rise-of-factory-tourism-in-China-1PHNpjHI2lO/p.html 2026-08-18T14:47Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T14:47Z Inside the rise of factory tourism in China https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/VHJhbnNjcmlwdDkxOTMx/index.html 2026-08-18T14:48Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T14:48Z Modi's Vision for India: Indian PM Narendra Modi announces 7-point reform framework to meet expectations of young people https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/news-1PHWBxX4ULe/p.html 2026-08-18T14:52Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T14:52Z According to updated information, 16 people were injured as a result of a drone strike by the Ukrainian Armed Forces near a public transport stop in Energodar, as reported by Mayor Maxim Pukhov. - Russian media https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/news-1PHWO20lPj2/p.html 2026-08-18T14:55Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T14:55Z The Japanese ambassador, summoned to the Russian Foreign Ministry, has arrived at the diplomatic mission, the TASS correspondent reports. https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/news-1PHWVS5QSwU/p.html 2026-08-18T14:56Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T14:56Z As a result of a missile strike in Pechenihy, Kharkiv region, 10 people were killed, and eight were injured, according to the head of the regional military administration - Ukrainian media https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/Become-the-star-of-your-own-short-drama-at-Hengdian-World-Studios-1PHWRI52Q92/p.html 2026-08-18T14:58Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T14:58Z Become the star of your own short drama at Hengdian World Studios https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/A-summer-of-experiences-What-China-s-holiday-season-is-telling-us-1PHSMw4nflC/p.html 2026-08-18T14:58Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T14:58Z A summer of experiences: What China's holiday season is telling us https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/news-1PHXwUyYlhe/p.html 2026-08-18T15:05Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T15:05Z UNIDENTIFIED STRIKES HIT SYRIAN AIRBASE USED FOR TRAINING- MILITARY SOURCES https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/news-1PHXDKskIsE/p.html 2026-08-18T15:06Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T15:06Z The Central Election Commission of the Russian Federation has decided to remove information about Yabloko from the federal ballot paper for the State Duma elections https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/VHJhbnNjcmlwdDkxOTQx/index.html 2026-08-18T15:15Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T15:15Z Colombia Earthquake: Hope fades for rescuers nearly a week after disaster https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/news-1PHYjjOobug/p.html 2026-08-18T15:16Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T15:16Z Israel says remains of soldier missing since 1982 Lebanon war recovered - reports https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/Meet-a-Mammoth-at-the-Hulunbuir-Historical-Museum-1PHXcrN8vjW/p.html 2026-08-18T15:21Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T15:21Z Meet a Mammoth at the Hulunbuir Historical Museum https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/China-s-summer-box-office-boom-driven-by-homegrown-hits-1PHXFsjRrby/p.html 2026-08-18T15:25Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T15:25Z China's summer box-office boom driven by homegrown hits https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/news-1PHZiu2tYaI/p.html 2026-08-18T15:29Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T15:29Z Japanese Ambassador to the Russian Federation Akira Muto left the Russian Foreign Ministry building on Smolenskaya Square in Moscow - reports https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/news-1PHZndLUpnW/p.html 2026-08-18T15:30Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T15:30Z YEMEN'S HOUTHI-RUN NEWS AGENCY SABA CITES MILITARY SOURCE AS SAYING GROUP ATTACKED SAUDI ARAMCO'S JAZAN REFINERY WITH DRONES, NO SAUDI CONFIRMATION https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/NYO-Jazz-brings-music-and-a-new-generation-of-Americans-to-China-1PHZbnhGWVG/p.html 2026-08-18T15:31Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T15:31Z NYO Jazz brings music and a new generation of Americans to China https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/news-1PHZtD9c7bG/p.html 2026-08-18T15:32Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T15:32Z IDF: 'The IDF has eliminated a commander in the organization GAP who raided Kibbutz Be'ere and kidnapped an Israeli citizen in the October 7 massacre' https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/news-1PHZCzV3rLq/p.html 2026-08-18T15:34Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T15:34Z PAKISTAN TOP COURT ORDERS FORMER PM IMRAN KHAN BE MOVED TO HOSPITAL FROM JAIL - LOCAL MEDIA https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/news-1PHZEABdwZi/p.html 2026-08-18T16:14Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T15:34Z 13 dead after heavy rainfall hits Chiba Prefecture, Japan https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/news-1PHZEKIODzW/p.html 2026-08-18T15:34Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T15:34Z Gaza Strip Municipalities Union for Tomorrow: Our services are threatened with complete halt after 305 days since the ceasefire announcement https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/news-1PHZOa2uW9W/p.html 2026-08-18T15:37Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T15:37Z PAKISTAN TOP COURT ORDERS FORMER PM IMRAN KHAN BE MOVED TO HOSPITAL FROM JAIL - REPORTS https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/China-s-new-growth-drivers-power-Jan-Jul-economic-resilience-1PHW8IqJFAI/p.html 2026-08-18T15:41Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T15:41Z Graphics: China's new growth drivers power Jan.-Jul. economic resilience https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/news-1PI0o0GuAA8/p.html 2026-08-18T15:45Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T15:45Z ROK Prosecutors seek death penalty for Kim So-young in 'Gangbuk Motel Serial Murder' case - reports https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/China-s-July-economic-report-card-New-growth-engines-gaining-momentum-1PHHMagCSWc/p.html 2026-08-18T15:46Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T15:46Z China's July economic report card: New growth engines gaining momentum https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/news-1PI0Mj9oFEY/p.html 2026-08-18T15:50Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T15:50Z Belgian firefighters pushing to 'definitively encircle' wildfire Tuesday - authorities https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/news-1PI1yePGZOg/p.html 2026-08-18T16:01Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T16:01Z Zelenskyy: This morning, the Russians brutally attacked a crowded intersection in Pechenegy in Kharkiv region, where the post office and shops are located, and only residential buildings around. As of now, ten people are known to have died. https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/news-1PI1Wq1gS7C/p.html 2026-08-18T16:06Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T16:06Z Dmitry Larin, Deputy Chairman of the Board of the General Bank, died in an ambulance accident in central Moscow - reports https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/How-a-fading-costume-became-a-tourism-opportunity-in-China-1PHWCUHtDuo/p.html 2026-08-18T16:11Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T16:11Z How a fading costume became a tourism opportunity in China's Fujian Province https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/news-1PI2s7JadCU/p.html 2026-08-18T16:14Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T16:14Z Reports in Syria: 'Judge Fakhr al-Din al-Aryan: The court has decided to sentence the defendant, Waseem Assad, to death.' https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/Foreign-investors-step-up-bets-on-China-s-hi-tech-new-energy-sectors-1PHX3V7wll6/p.html 2026-08-18T16:15Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T16:15Z Foreign investors step up bets on China's hi-tech & new energy sectors https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/news-1PI2yL4LGsE/p.html 2026-08-18T16:15Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T16:15Z Gaza Peace Council plans: Hamas will disarm all at once, not gradually - Israeli media https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/news-1PI2AUWl6BW/p.html 2026-08-18T16:16Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T16:16Z Syria accuses Israel of striking airfield in northwest https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/news-1PI2XXj01Mc/p.html 2026-08-18T16:21Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T16:21Z Syria issues death sentence to detained Assad cousin https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/Macao-SAR-unveils-Third-Five-Year-Plan-2026-2030--1PI2AfY8NAA/p.html 2026-08-18T21:46Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T16:31Z Macao SAR releases economic, social development plan for 2026-2030 period https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/news-1PI3Wq3lk6Q/p.html 2026-08-18T16:34Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T16:34Z German grain harvest seen falling 7% this year amid drought: farmers' group https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/news-1PI41kHbSkU/p.html 2026-08-18T16:35Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T16:35Z Ghalibaf: The Strait of Hormuz will not be opened before the blockade is lifted, the frozen assets are released, the oil embargo is lifted, and the threat and military operations on all fronts are ended, and other conditions of the memorandum are met. Iran is ready to inflict a heavier defeat on the enemy than before, in proportion to its actions and advances. https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/news-1PI450KsTwA/p.html 2026-08-18T16:36Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T16:36Z Reports: The Japanese Ambassador to the Russian Foreign Ministry was told that Russia's sovereignty and jurisdiction over the South Kuril Islands are inviolable. Any attempts by the Japanese side to directly or indirectly question the ownership of the southern Kuril Islands are unacceptable and illegal, the Russian Foreign Ministry said. https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/news-1PI466u4cU0/p.html 2026-08-18T16:37Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T16:37Z RUSSIA FOREIGN MINISTRY SAYS IT HAS EXPRESSED A STRONG PROTEST TO JAPAN'S AMBASSADOR OVER JAPANESE PM'S ANTI-RUSSIAN REMARKS https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/news-1PI4aEJSh1u/p.html 2026-08-18T16:38Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T16:38Z Sudan Doctors Network: ‘Rapid Support Forces attacks on Qaisan cause over 5,000 displaced to flee to Damazin in critical conditions requiring urgent intervention’ https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/news-1PI4c5Ein2o/p.html 2026-08-18T16:38Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T16:38Z Hamas committed to Gaza deal after Kushner talks in Israel - reports https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/news-1PI4onK91PG/p.html 2026-08-18T16:41Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T16:41Z Ferguson shipyard to cut a quarter of its workforce - reports https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/Russia-warns-Britain-of-consequences-for-supplying-drones-to-Ukraine-1PI1l4SSNY4/p.html 2026-08-18T16:43Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T16:43Z Russia warns Britain of 'consequences' for supplying drones to Ukraine https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/news-1PI4L5kXRRe/p.html 2026-08-18T16:46Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T16:46Z Qalibaf: The Islamic Republic of Iran is ready to inflict a heavier defeat than before, commensurate with the enemy's actions and transgressions. - reports https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/news-1PI56v56Mhy/p.html 2026-08-18T16:51Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T16:51Z Syrian Health: 3 deaths following an explosion at the thermal power plant in Tartus - reports https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/Body-of-former-Chinese-premier-Zhu-Rongji-cremated-in-Beijing-1PHWhVXdh6w/p.html 2026-08-18T22:46Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T16:51Z Body of former Chinese premier Zhu Rongji cremated in Beijing https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/news-1PI5p66zVMQ/p.html 2026-08-18T16:55Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T16:55Z South Korea: Hopes Trump's latest remarks will prompt dialogue between the US and DPRK https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/news-1PI5uUHoixa/p.html 2026-08-18T16:56Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T16:56Z WHO SPOKESPERSON: EMERGENCY COMMITTEE MEETING ON EBOLA TAKING PLACE ON TUESDAY https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/The-cutest-traffic-cop-you-ll-ever-meet-1PI3G1X3DK8/p.html 2026-08-18T16:58Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T16:58Z The cutest traffic cop you'll ever meet https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/VHJhbnNjcmlwdDkxOTQy/index.html 2026-08-18T17:01Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T17:01Z Colombia Earthquake: China sends first batch of emergency aid https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/Altay-s-dark-skies-draw-crowds-for-annual-Perseid-peak-1PHZuAxChzy/p.html 2026-08-18T17:06Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T17:06Z Altay's dark skies draw crowds for annual Perseid peak https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/news-1PI6lcvQSqc/p.html 2026-08-18T17:08Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T17:08Z WHO OFFICIAL IN CONGO, ASKED ABOUT PLAN TO TURNAROUND EBOLA OUTBREAK WITHIN THREE MONTHS: IT IS POSSIBLE IF WE HAVE THE RESOURCES https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/news-1PI6TVAHFkY/p.html 2026-08-18T17:16Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T17:16Z the death toll from the earthquake in East Nusa Tenggara Province has risen to 70 https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/Xi-Jinping-holds-talks-with-Ecuadorian-president-in-Beijing-1PI56jtxDy0/p.html 2026-08-18T22:41Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T17:23Z Xi Jinping urges China, Ecuador to strengthen alignment of development strategies https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/President-Xi-holds-welcome-ceremony-for-Ecuadorian-president-1PI50VwKHPa/p.html 2026-08-18T17:23Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T17:23Z President Xi holds welcome ceremony for Ecuadorian president https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/news-1PI8XfVKuLC/p.html 2026-08-18T17:45Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T17:45Z Ukrainian MFA: Tonight, Russia killed 12 Ukrainians and injured at least 15. https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/ByteDance-Motion-Picture-Association-strike-deal-on-AI-IP-protection-1PI7reKrInS/p.html 2026-08-18T17:51Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T17:51Z ByteDance, Motion Picture Association strike deal on AI IP protection https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/El-Nino-developing-rapidly-likely-to-become-strongest-on-record-1PI2bOyAwoM/p.html 2026-08-18T17:52Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T17:52Z China's National Climate Center: El Nino developing rapidly, likely to become strongest on record https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/news-1PIag4I65xu/p.html 2026-08-18T18:03Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T18:03Z Yemeni sources for the event: The Houthis targeted Marib with two ballistic missiles and drones https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/news-1PIbvkOK2TS/p.html 2026-08-18T18:20Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T18:20Z Gunmen kill at least 24 in restive central Nigeria - survivors https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/news-1PIbwouBRKg/p.html 2026-08-18T18:20Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T18:20Z Ukrainian jailed in Germany over Russian sabotage plot https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/news-1PIbARDDAKQ/p.html 2026-08-18T18:21Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T18:21Z QATAR FOREIGN MINISTRY SPOKESPERSON: MEDIATORS ARE WAITING FOR OMAN AND IRAN TO REACH A BILATERAL AGREEMENT ON HORMUZ BEFORE RETURNING TO BROADER US-IRAN TALKS https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/Chinese-and-US-university-students-team-up-to-co-create-AI-projects-1PIaQ66zTk4/p.html 2026-08-18T18:23Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T18:23Z Chinese and US university students team up to co-create AI projects https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/news-1PIbNGFwxfa/p.html 2026-08-18T18:24Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T18:24Z QATAR FOREIGN MINISTRY SPOKESPERSON SAYS INVITATION IS STILL OPEN FOR IRANIAN DELEGATION TO VISIT ON PILOTS ISSUE, IRAN HAS NOT RESPONDED https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/news-1PIbQisB4T6/p.html 2026-08-18T18:25Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T18:25Z QATAR FOREIGN MINISTRY SPOKESPERSON SAYS IRAN AND QATAR ARE IN DIRECT CONTACT ON THE MATTER OF IRANIAN PILOTS https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/news-1PIbSiv1k08/p.html 2026-08-18T18:25Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T18:25Z QATAR FOREIGN MINISTRY SPOKESPERSON SAYS IRANIAN REQUEST FOR ICRC INVOLVEMENT IN IRANIAN PILOTS ISSUE IS A "MEDIA PLOY" https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/news-1PIc9ywwwjC/p.html 2026-08-18T18:29Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T18:29Z Syria foreign ministry condemns 'unjustified' Israeli attack on airfield https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/news-1PIchDLzQ52/p.html 2026-08-18T18:31Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T18:31Z QATAR FOREIGN MINISTRY SPOKESPERSON SAYS AGREEMENT OVER STRAIT OF HORMUZ WOULD MAKE IT MUCH EASIER TO RESUME THE US-IRAN TALKS https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/news-1PIcjZ3VE7C/p.html 2026-08-18T18:32Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T18:32Z Qatari Foreign Ministry Spokesperson: What we want in Qatar is an agreement to open the Strait of Hormuz and a ceasefire at the same time. https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/news-1PIcnQD5Pos/p.html 2026-08-18T18:33Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T18:33Z Zelenskyy: "We are bringing home an outstanding son of the Ukrainian people – an exemplary warrior and a prominent Ukrainian statesman, Colonel Yevhen Konovalets. " https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/news-1PIcszrbikE/p.html 2026-08-18T18:34Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T18:34Z Hamid Reza Hajibabaei, representative of Hamedan and Deputy Speaker of the Islamic Consultative Assembly, and Hamid Malanouri Shamsi, Governor of Hamedan, met and held talks with Seyed Abbas Araghchi, Minister of Foreign Affairs, this morning, Tuesday. https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/news-1PIcXlnZgT6/p.html 2026-08-18T18:41Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T18:41Z Iran media: "The number of confirmed martyrs of the Ramadan War reached 3,168" https://newseu.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/Europe-counts-the-cost-as-wildfire-recovery-efforts-begin-1PGQPjLiVeU/p.html 2026-08-18T18:43Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T18:43Z Europe counts the cost as wildfire recovery efforts begin https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/news-1PIdrvQThxm/p.html 2026-08-18T18:47Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T18:47Z Yemeni government forces shoot down Houthi drone over Marib - reports https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/news-1PIdtggeYx2/p.html 2026-08-18T18:48Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T18:48Z US SYRIA ENVOY BARRACK: DEEPLY CONCERNED ABOUT ISRAELI AIRSTRIKES ON SYRIA'S ABU AL-DUHUR AIRBASE https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/news-1PIdvYBvvji/p.html 2026-08-18T18:48Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T18:48Z US SYRIA ENVOY BARRACK: AIR STRIKES CONSTITUTE UNNECESSARY ESCALATION https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/Japan-s-economic-growth-slows-demand-weakens-but-yields-notch-higher-1PIbkL8cncY/p.html 2026-08-18T18:58Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T18:58Z Japan's economic growth slows, demand weakens, but yields notch higher https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/news-1PIeQXVr9Ac/p.html 2026-08-18T19:07Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T19:07Z SAUDI ARAMCO: ARAMCO AND MAADEN SIGN SHAREHOLDERS' AGREEMENT TO FORM JOINT VENTURE TO UNLOCK NEW FRONTIER FOR MINERAL EXPLORATION AND HARD-ROCK MINING IN SAUDI ARABIA https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/news-1PIeVqTowwg/p.html 2026-08-18T19:08Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T19:08Z U.S. Envoy to Syria: Washington hosted dialogues to encourage a diplomatic solution between Israel and Syria - reports https://newsaf.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/Zambia-s-Hichilema-wins-second-term--1PI1GGuuouI/p.html 2026-08-18T19:10Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T19:10Z Zambia's Hichilema wins second term https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/news-1PIfrayuACc/p.html 2026-08-18T19:15Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T19:15Z UK PM BURNHAM ON RUSSIA'S WARNING: REMAINS UK'S POSITION TO SUPPORT UKRAINE "100% AGAINST THIS ILLEGAL WAR" https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/news-1PIfLiOnSIo/p.html 2026-08-18T20:14Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T19:20Z Trump depicts Strait of Hormuz as new US territory on Truth Social https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/China-to-revise-regulations-on-housing-provident-fund-management-1PIeAjVkAww/p.html 2026-08-18T19:22Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T19:22Z China to revise regulations on housing provident fund management https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/China-congratulates-Zambian-President-Hichilema-on-re-election-1PIfblGaCYM/p.html 2026-08-18T19:23Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T19:23Z China congratulates Zambian President Hakainde Hichilema on re-election https://newsaf.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/South-Africa-seeks-regional-unity-after-anti-migrant-violence-1PI3oPNH5te/p.html 2026-08-18T19:26Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T19:26Z South Africa seeks regional unity after anti-migrant violence https://newseu.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/Ship-hit-in-Strait-of-Hormuz-Trump-threatens-to-bomb-Oman-1PIcbE111mw/p.html 2026-08-18T19:42Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T19:42Z Ship hit in Strait of Hormuz, Trump threatens to bomb Oman https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/news-1PIhZl9akLK/p.html 2026-08-18T19:51Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T19:51Z Event Sources: Israel requested the start of disarmament in certain areas first https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/news-1PIi61rhSbS/p.html 2026-08-18T19:52Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T19:52Z DRC Ebola outbreak 'far from being under control': WHO chief https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/news-1PIiepicBKE/p.html 2026-08-18T19:54Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T19:54Z UNHCR : More than 12 million displaced since the start of the fighting in Sudan - reports https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/news-1PIiAuHGQV2/p.html 2026-08-18T19:59Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T19:59Z Turkish Foreign Minister Fidan spoke by phone with his Qatari and Syrian counterparts https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/news-1PIiGmStxu0/p.html 2026-08-18T20:01Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T20:01Z Iran Deputy FM Gharibabadi responds to Trump's Truth Social post calling Hormuz new US territory, saying US president's ‘delusion’ will be corrected. https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/news-1PIiIWsrPfG/p.html 2026-08-18T20:01Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T20:01Z About 30 killed in overnight attack in central Nigeria - local media https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/news-1PIiOoBwViM/p.html 2026-08-18T20:02Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T20:02Z Kariba ferry death toll rises to 93, making it Zimbabwe's deadliest transport disaster - reports https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/news-1PIiSCjpfHO/p.html 2026-08-18T20:03Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T20:03Z Myanmar's President Min Aung Hlaing arrives at the Kremlin https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/news-1PIj6kP1kpW/p.html 2026-08-18T20:07Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T20:07Z Putin holds talks with President of Myanmar Min Aung Hlaing https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/news-1PIjbsFMCU8/p.html 2026-08-18T20:08Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T20:08Z Russian President Vladimir Putin hosts Myanmar counterpart Min Aung Hlaing for talks in the Kremlin. https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/news-1PIk5cylFBK/p.html 2026-08-18T20:20Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T20:20Z Rebels accuse Ethiopia govt of drone strike near Tigray capital https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/news-1PIk7rICAqQ/p.html 2026-08-18T20:21Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T20:21Z EU'S FOREIGN POLICY CHIEF: EU WELCOMES OTHER COUNTRIES ALIGNING ON RESTRICTIVE MEASURES AGAINST BELARUS https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/news-1PIk9eMk1JS/p.html 2026-08-18T20:21Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T20:21Z ABC is suing the FCC over a challenge to its broadcast licenses. The suit comes after criticism of President Trump by Jimmy Kimmel and "The View." https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/news-1PIkdxXp0tO/p.html 2026-08-18T20:22Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T20:22Z EU'S KALLAS: ALBANIA, BOSNIA AND HERZEGOVINA, ICELAND, LIECHTENSTEIN, MONTENEGRO, NORTH MACEDONIA, NORWAY, UKRAINE ALIGNED WITH MEASURES https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/Live-Catch-the-next-wave-in-robotics-at-World-Robot-Conference-2026-1PIhSuZUqiI/p.html 2026-08-18T20:25Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T20:25Z Live: Catch the next wave in robotics at World Robot Conference 2026 https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/news-1PIkExkrzxK/p.html 2026-08-18T20:28Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T20:28Z Lebanese army commander says the army continues to carry out its duties under the framework agreement, while occupying forces persist in violating it. https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/news-1PIkNEIQhQ4/p.html 2026-08-18T20:30Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T20:30Z Colombia quake: 304 people deceased, 4,548 injured, 426 missing, and 356 people rescued. https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/Inside-China-s-national-parks-as-wildlife-rebounds-1PIcPuDBYZ2/p.html 2026-08-18T20:31Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T20:31Z Inside China's national parks as wildlife rebounds and communities gain https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/news-1PIjQAd9lyE/p.html 2026-08-18T20:32Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T20:32Z French astronaut Sophie Adenot and US astronaut Anil Menon conduct spacewalk outside the International Space Station https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/Infrared-camera-captures-rich-wildlife-in-Sichuan-s-Giant-Panda-National-Park-1PIjB1aFSWA/p.html 2026-08-18T20:32Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T20:32Z Infrared camera captures rich wildlife in Sichuan's Giant Panda National Park https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/news-1PIl5UyDRjG/p.html 2026-08-18T20:40Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T20:40Z French astronaut Sophie Adenot and US astronaut Anil Menon start spacewalk outside the International Space Station https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/Xi-holds-talks-with-Ecuadorian-president-in-Beijing-1PIh7WI2gdG/p.html 2026-08-18T22:13Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T20:43Z Xi Jinping: China sees ties with Ecuador from a strategic, long‑term perspective https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/news-1PIlQWBh5K0/p.html 2026-08-18T20:45Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T20:45Z AIRBUS PROVISIONALLY TARGETS THIRD WEEK OF SEPTEMBER FOR FIRST FLIGHT OF ITS A350F FREIGHTER PLANE, INDUSTRY SOURCES SAY https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/news-1PInyVs9XIk/p.html 2026-08-18T21:09Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T21:09Z CENTCOM: A U.S. Army CH-47 Chinook helicopter crew loads cargo at an airfield in the Middle East. https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/news-1PInBcHiLAI/p.html 2026-08-18T21:09Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T21:09Z ZELENSKIY SUBMITS CANDIDACY OF YEVHENII KHMARA FOR DEFENCE MINISTER POST, LAWMAKERS SAY https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/VHJhbnNjcmlwdDkxOTQz/index.html 2026-08-18T21:10Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T21:10Z China Cool: Youth delegation from Germany's Neustadt visits World Heritage City Quanzhou during summer vacation https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/news-1PIo5AnYjQc/p.html 2026-08-18T21:16Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T21:16Z IAEA: INFORMED THAT A DRONE EXPLODED AT A BUS STOP USED BY STAFF TRAVELLING TO THE ZAPORIZHZHYA NPP AT AROUND 06:00 TODAY https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/news-1PIo6yRnP1u/p.html 2026-08-18T21:17Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T21:17Z IAEA: EXPLOSION CAUSED 16 CASUALTIES AMONG STAFF AND SUBCONTRACTORS, INCLUDING ONE DEATH AND THREE SERIOUS INJURIES https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/news-1PIoaNOKDPW/p.html 2026-08-18T21:18Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T21:18Z IAEA: WAS FURTHER INFORMED OF ATTACKS IN ZNPP INDUSTRIAL AREA https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/news-1PIobAZkwOQ/p.html 2026-08-18T21:18Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T21:18Z IAEA: NO NUCLEAR SAFETY OR SECURITY DAMAGE WAS REPORTED AFTER DRONE EXPLOSION https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/news-1PIol6tE6JO/p.html 2026-08-18T21:20Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T21:20Z For the first time, a group of Danish conscripts has been sent to Greenland, the Danish Armed Forces reported on its website. The conscripts will "practice and refine their military skills in unfamiliar terrain, participate in operational service during the Arctic Endurance exercise, and collaborate with their Greenlandic colleagues as part of basic training in the Arctic," the statement noted. - REPORTS https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/news-1PIomv5zzvq/p.html 2026-08-18T21:20Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T21:20Z UAE PRESIDENT DISCUSSES DEVELOPMENTS IN THE MIDDLE EAST IN PHONE CALL WITH TRUMP -REPORTS https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/Chinese-Ecuadorian-presidents-attend-signing-ceremony-1PIl87aOcGQ/p.html 2026-08-18T21:22Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T21:22Z Chinese, Ecuadorian presidents attend signing ceremony for cooperation documents https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/news-1PIowSxnspG/p.html 2026-08-18T21:22Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T21:22Z The Golani government held the Israeli regime responsible for the attack on Abu al-Dhuhur airport. The Golani Foreign Ministry statement said: This is an unjustified aggression, a clear violation of Syria's sovereignty and territorial integrity, and a dangerous escalation that threatens the security and stability of the region.-REPORTS https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/ROK-says-potential-DPRK-US-talks-to-boost-peace-on-Korean-Peninsula-1PIlSnWWGic/p.html 2026-08-18T21:24Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T21:24Z ROK says potential DPRK-US talks to boost peace on Korean Peninsula https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/news-1PIp6CLpuqk/p.html 2026-08-18T21:50Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T21:31Z Trump says no talks 'going on or scheduled' with Iran https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/news-1PIpaYQayyc/p.html 2026-08-18T21:32Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T21:32Z Syria says UN watchdog collected samples from site with nuclear materials https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/news-1PIpcmSCa3K/p.html 2026-08-18T21:32Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T21:32Z TRUMP: NAVAL BLOCKADE REMAINS IN FULL FORCE AND EFFECT. HORMUZ STRAIT IS OPEN AND OPERATING. https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/VHJhbnNjcmlwdDkxOTQ0/index.html 2026-08-18T21:32Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T21:32Z China-LAC: Beyond Commodities: Zhengzhou forum looks to build bridges https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/news-1PIpi5nU1Og/p.html 2026-08-18T21:33Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T21:33Z SYRIAN FOREIGN MINISTER: NUCLEAR MATERIAL WILL REMAIN IN SYRIAN CUSTODY, SUBJECT TO IAEA GUARANTEES https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/news-1PIpiToZHR6/p.html 2026-08-18T21:33Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T21:33Z SYRIAN FOREIGN MINISTER: NUCLEAR MATERIAL WILLREMAIN IN SYRIAN CUSTODY, SUBJECT TO IAEA GUARANTEES https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/news-1PIpmYfTOEg/p.html 2026-08-18T21:34Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T21:34Z Al-Shibani: Nuclear materials will remain under Syria's custody contingent upon guarantees from the International Atomic Energy Agency https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/news-1PIpFwQ4LPa/p.html 2026-08-18T21:38Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T21:38Z United Arab Emirates President Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan held a telephone conversation with US President Donald Trump to discuss the latest developments in the Middle East. - REPORTS https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/China-Jordan-ties-go-green-EVs-renewable-energy-drive-new-trade-boom-1PI13rs2zAI/p.html 2026-08-18T21:41Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T21:41Z China-Jordan ties go green: EVs & renewable energy drive new trade boom https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/news-1PIq01GMuPK/p.html 2026-08-18T21:43Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T21:43Z UAE: THE PRESIDENT OF THE UAE RECEIVES A CALL FROM THE US PRESIDENT DURING WHICH COOPERATION, JOINT EFFORTS, AND THE DEVELOPMENTS TAKING PLACE IN THE MIDDLE EAST REGION AND THE EFFORTS BEING MADE REGARDING THEM WERE DISCUSSED. https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/VHJhbnNjcmlwdDkxOTQ1/index.html 2026-08-18T21:51Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T21:43Z Chinese Economy: Boosting integrated development of county-level economy https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/news-1PIqzRIaHw4/p.html 2026-08-18T21:51Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T21:51Z Search and rescue operations concluded after tunnel collapse in Uttarakhand, India; 10 confirmed dead https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/China-s-undersea-life-support-tech-proves-its-mettle-in-key-tunnel-test-1PIoYLEki40/p.html 2026-08-18T21:53Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T21:53Z China's undersea life-support tech proves its mettle in key tunnel test https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/news-1PIqUjLrw08/p.html 2026-08-18T21:56Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T21:56Z IAEA chief says found 'tons of nuclear materials that could be put to bad use' in Syria https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/news-1PIrDcyxzHO/p.html 2026-08-18T22:06Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T22:06Z Iran's Supreme Leader is about to preside over a religious event in Tehran. https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/news-1PIrTmSqEve/p.html 2026-08-18T22:10Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T22:10Z TURKISH FOREIGN MINISTRY: STRONGLY CONDEMNS AIR STRIKES BY ISRAEL ON SYRIAN BASE https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/news-1PIrZEmlU6Q/p.html 2026-08-18T22:11Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T22:11Z Anthropological research has confirmed the authenticity of Dmitry Donskoy's relics, the Russian Orthodox Church reported. https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/VHJhbnNjcmlwdDkxOTQ2/index.html 2026-08-18T22:12Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T22:12Z Macao SAR's New Blueprint: Macao SAR unveils Third Five-Year Plan https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/news-1PIs8f9IEhO/p.html 2026-08-18T22:13Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T22:13Z OPEC: Latin America to Become a Key Force in Global Oil Production Growth https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/news-1PIsgP02Pvy/p.html 2026-08-18T22:15Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T22:15Z Turkish Foreign Ministry: Israel continues its reckless attacks targeting Syrian infrast https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/news-1PIspCn9G2Q/p.html 2026-08-18T22:17Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T22:17Z ECUADORIAN DIPLOMAT IVONNE BAKI NOMINATED AS CANDIDATE FOR UNITED NATIONS SECRETARY-GENERAL - DOCUMENT https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/news-1PIsQO6SNnW/p.html 2026-08-18T22:23Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T22:23Z FRENCH BUDGET MINISTER: MINISTRY WILL USE AI TO TEST CYBSECURITY VULNERABILITIES AFTER TAX AGENCY WAS HACKED https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/Body-of-former-Chinese-premier-Zhu-Rongji-cremated-in-Beijing-1PIlyLxfxQI/p.html 2026-08-18T22:23Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T22:23Z Body of former Chinese premier Zhu Rongji cremated in Beijing https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/news-1PItc1AiJag/p.html 2026-08-18T22:28Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T22:28Z The primary leader of the Brazilian criminal organization CV was killed by police. https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/news-1PItk3E4PzW/p.html 2026-08-18T22:30Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T22:30Z A cargo ship targeted in the Strait of Hormuz by an unknown projectile https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/news-1PItkEWCQhy/p.html 2026-08-18T22:30Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T22:30Z The British Maritime Trade Organization has reported a security incident involving a cargo ship while transiting the strategic Strait of Hormuz. The cargo ship was targeted while transiting the Strait of Hormuz. - REPORTS https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/news-1PItyiF2TRe/p.html 2026-08-18T22:33Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T22:33Z SYRIAN FOREIGN MINISTER: NUCLEAR MATERIAL WILL REMAIN IN SYRIAN CUSTODY, SUBJECT TO IAEA GUARANTEES https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/news-1PItDEGCiWY/p.html 2026-08-18T22:34Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T22:34Z US JUDGE ALLOWS TRUMP ADMINISTRATION TO END LEGAL PROTECTIONS FROM DEPORTATION FOR OVER 5,000 ETHIOPIANS https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/news-1PItEskqSkw/p.html 2026-08-18T22:34Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T22:34Z The International Atomic Energy Agency said a drone exploded at a bus stop used by employees of the Zaporizhia nuclear power plant, killing one person and injuring several others. - REPORTS https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/Xinjiang-s-giant-radio-telescope-enters-final-construction-phase-1PIr6g2rWRW/p.html 2026-08-18T22:37Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T22:37Z Xinjiang's giant radio telescope enters final construction phase https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/news-1PItX8J96us/p.html 2026-08-18T22:38Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T22:38Z US JUDGE ALLOWS TRUMP ADMINISTRATION TO END LEGAL PROTECTIONS FROM DEPORTATION FOR OVER 5,000 ETHIOPIANS https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/Massive-26-000-tonne-bridge-rotates-into-place-in-Guangxi-1PIq9u8kPfO/p.html 2026-08-18T22:42Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T22:42Z Massive 26,000-tonne bridge rotates into place in Guangxi https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/Digger-drivers-save-dog-from-deep-pit-1PIqMNwrzDW/p.html 2026-08-18T22:43Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T22:43Z Digger drivers save dog from deep pit https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/news-1PIujA9781a/p.html 2026-08-18T22:43Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T22:43Z Reports: Cargo ship targeted in the Strait of Hormuz. The UK Maritime Trade Organization reported a security incident involving a cargo ship while it was transiting the Strait of Hormuz. https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/news-1PIuo2YQ88g/p.html 2026-08-18T22:44Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T22:44Z RUSSIAN MANAGEMENT OF ZAPORIZHZHIA NUCLEAR POWER PLANT CONFIRMS STRIKE ON BUS STOP USED BY PLANT'S STAFF https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/news-1PIurz9hbuE/p.html 2026-08-18T22:45Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T22:45Z ONE DEAD, 17 INJURED IN THE ATTACK - ZPP RUSSIAN MANAGEMENT https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/news-1PIuu0pLV6g/p.html 2026-08-18T22:46Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T22:46Z ONE DEAD, 17 INJURED IN THE ATTACK - REPORTS https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/news-1PIuuSJoWhG/p.html 2026-08-18T22:46Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T22:46Z RUSSIAN MANAGEMENT OF ZAPORIZHZHIA NUCLEAR POWER PLANT CONFIRMS STRIKE ON BUS STOP USED BY PLANT'S STAFF https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/news-1PIuCMIKekw/p.html 2026-08-18T22:48Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T22:48Z Trump held call with Carney - reports https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/US-Iran-negotiation-window-expires-leaving-Hormuz-crisis-unresolved-1PIqbN8tB1S/p.html 2026-08-18T22:48Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T22:48Z US-Iran negotiation window expires leaving Hormuz crisis unresolved https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/news-1PIuDH9vVBK/p.html 2026-08-18T22:48Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T22:48Z RUSSIAN DEFENCE MINISTRY: RUSSIAN FORCES HIT ONE CARGO VESSELS IN BLACK SEA https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/news-1PIuHzZAB2w/p.html 2026-08-18T22:49Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T22:49Z Grossi: I’m currently in Syria, in the context of ongoing cooperation with the Syrian Government to clarify and resolve outstanding safeguards issues related to implementing its NPT Safeguards Agreement with the IAEA. We conducted the following activities:•⁠ ⁠Deir Ez-Zor site: observed ongoing excavation activities in close coordination with the IAEA;•⁠ ⁠Undeclared location outside of Damascus: confirmed the presence of several tons of natural uranium metal. Agreed with the government that the undeclared material will be verified and subject to routine Agency safeguards;•⁠ ⁠Visited a location where large quantities of graphite are stored which is also related to the past nuclear activities at Deir Ez-Zor. https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/news-1PIuHMhan4I/p.html 2026-08-18T22:49Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T22:49Z RUSSIAN DEFENCE MINISTRY: RUSSIAN FORCES HIT ONECARGO VESSELS IN BLACK SEA. https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/news-1PIuZaWAeY0/p.html 2026-08-18T22:53Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T22:53Z Houthi drones target the center of Al Khawkhah city south of Hodeidah - reports https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/news-1PIv17eOBGg/p.html 2026-08-18T22:53Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T22:53Z Afghanistan: At least 42 children injured in an explosion at a school https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/Xi-s-key-quotes-on-economic-and-social-development-of-Macao-SAR-1PIa0oe4Rqw/p.html 2026-08-18T22:55Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T22:55Z Xi Jinping's key quotes on economic and social development of Macao SAR https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/news-1PIv8MVp1ks/p.html 2026-08-18T22:55Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T22:55Z FRENCH BUDGET MINISTER: GOVERNMENT WILL NOT HIRE OPENAI https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/news-1PIvcjWlRKM/p.html 2026-08-18T22:56Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T22:56Z Missile alert in Dubai - reports https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/news-1PIvm84esco/p.html 2026-08-18T22:58Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T22:58Z UAE AIR DEFENCE SYSTEMS DETECTED MISSILE THREAT - UAE DEFENSE MINISTRY POST ON X https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/news-1PIvpBVk4Sc/p.html 2026-08-18T22:59Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T22:59Z Reports:The sound of an explosion in Dubai https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-18/news-1PIvrzMDg1q/p.html 2026-08-18T22:59Z CGTN en 2026-08-18T22:59Z Reports: the Israeli Air Force has launched an airstrike on the area surrounding the fishermen's port in the city of Gaza.