Saudi Arabia, Pakistan and Turkey have signed the Mecca Joint Defence Agreement, declaring that an attack on one partner would be treated as an attack on all three. Some analysts have labelled the pact between majority-Muslim powers an “Islamic Nato”, although the signatories themselves have not used that term. The central question is whether they would truly come to one another’s aid if doing so meant entering a wider Middle East conflict. Iran has launched strikes on Saudi Arabia, putting that commitment under scrutiny.

BBBC News2026-08-10 19:00

The Outnumbered panel examines progressive Michigan Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed’s defense of his platform. The discussion centers on policies including Medicare for all. Compagno characterizes the potential outcome in stark terms, calling it an absolute “train wreck.”

FFox News2026-08-10 19:00

On August 10, Joint Base Charleston in South Carolina was formally renamed Joint Base Lindsey Graham. Secretary of War Pete Hegseth attended the ceremony marking the change. Speaking about Graham, Hegseth said that the name would be remembered around the world. The event centered on honoring the late senator through the military installation’s new designation.

VVOA Chinese2026-08-10 18:56

President Donald Trump is set to sign an executive order on Monday directing a revision of childhood vaccine recommendations. A White House fact sheet says the revised guidance would encourage administering shots during separate medical visits. The approach reflects Trump’s long-standing belief that childhood vaccinations should be spread out rather than given together. The order is presented as a change to vaccine recommendations, not as a specific new vaccination schedule in the statement.

TThe Associated Press2026-08-10 18:51

The first batch of text messages from Anthony Fauci’s government iPhone has been released. Senators Ron Johnson and Rand Paul made the messages public. Fox News chief congressional correspondent Chad Pergram reported the development on “America Reports.” The release concerns government records and an investigation into transparency. Fox News presented it as a breaking development.

FFox News2026-08-10 18:50

Monday marks one year since Al Jazeera correspondent Anas al-Sharif was killed in an Israeli strike on a media tent outside Al Shifa Hospital. He was 28 and became one of Gaza’s defining voices through his coverage of bombardment, displacement and hunger. Gaza’s Media Office says 257 Palestinian journalists and media workers have been killed since October 2023. The figure includes 11 Al Jazeera staff members, while the war and dangers facing journalists continue.

AAl Jazeera English2026-08-10 18:47

A powerful 7.4 magnitude earthquake struck western Colombia on Monday, killing at least 111 people, according to President Abelardo de la Espriella. Hundreds of buildings were damaged in the disaster. Residents searched through the rubble after the quake, as emergency efforts continued. The destruction left communities combing damaged sites for those who might still be trapped or missing.

TThe Associated Press2026-08-10 18:42

A White House mining roundtable highlights what it describes as some of the largest investments ever made in American mining. The administration says critical minerals are raw materials of American strength and power sectors ranging from advanced weaponry to automobiles. It argues that these essential products should be mined, refined and manufactured within the United States.

TThe White House2026-08-10 18:30

Significant damage has been reported in Cali after a powerful earthquake struck Colombia. Live images show the impact in the city following the seismic event.

RReuters2026-08-10 18:22

At least 13 people were killed in a Ukrainian drone strike on Nizhnekamsk in Russia’s Tatarstan region, according to local authorities. The attack hit a major oil-processing hub and is being described as the deadliest strike inside Russia in more than two years. Ukraine says its campaign seeks to disrupt Russia’s energy sector and military logistics. Moscow accuses Kyiv of targeting civilians, while correspondents assess the attack’s significance.

DDW News2026-08-10 18:19

A U.S. military base in South Carolina was renamed Monday in honor of the late U.S. Sen. Lindsey Graham. Defense Department Secretary Pete Hegseth praised Graham’s commitment to the military. Hegseth also credited him with “taking on a radical leftist ideology” within the armed forces.

TThe Associated Press2026-08-10 18:17

Hudson Institute senior fellow Rebeccah Heinrichs examined possible U.S. military strategies toward Iran on “America’s Newsroom.” She warned that any future action could come without advance notice. In her assessment, such an operation might take the form of a “surprise attack,” making the timing of a potential U.S. move against Iran uncertain.

FFox News2026-08-10 18:15

Ukrainian drone attacks on Nizhnekamsk in Russia’s Tatarstan region have killed several civilians, including a child and citizens of Uzbekistan and Tajikistan. One drone struck a hostel near the refinery, leading authorities to declare a day of mourning. Moscow has opened a terrorism case and accused Kyiv. The attacks underscore Ukraine’s ability to reach deeper into Russia while imposing growing economic and human costs. Al Jazeera correspondent Yulia Shapovalova reports from Moscow.

AAl Jazeera English2026-08-10 18:04

Iran’s Supreme Leader has appointed hardliner Mohsen Rezaei as secretary of the Supreme National Security Council. The move makes Rezaei the body’s second-in-command. The council oversees matters involving Iran’s security and foreign policy. His appointment places him in a senior role at the center of those two policy areas.

RReuters2026-08-10 18:00

FreightWaves CEO Craig Fuller says trucking, rail and container volumes are strengthening despite higher shipping and insurance costs linked to the war in Iran. He also discusses a new route being used through the Arctic to avoid the Strait of Hormuz. Fuller spoke about the developments on Bloomberg Open Interest. The comments focus on continued freight activity and changing shipping routes amid wartime pressures.

BBloomberg Television2026-08-10 17:56

Michigan Democratic Senate nominee Abdul El-Sayed said Sunday that he had a “really warm” conversation with former President Barack Obama. The discussion came as Democrats seek a way forward after last week’s bruising primary. El-Sayed, a progressive, narrowly defeated moderate Rep. Haley Stevens, the establishment’s preferred candidate. He said he and Obama discussed bringing Democrats together to retain Michigan’s critical Senate seat in November.

CCNN2026-08-10 17:53

Israel has closed the West Bank village of Taybeh to people who do not live there. The authorities say the restriction is intended to prevent attacks on Palestinians by Israeli settlers in the area. The move places access to the Christian village under tighter control while officials frame it as a measure to deter further violence.

RReuters2026-08-10 17:46

US stocks remain close to record levels as investors await the latest inflation figures later this week. Intel is offering $15 billion in common stock as it seeks to benefit from surging demand for artificial intelligence. Oil prices are rising while President Trump increases financial pressure on Iran, which has rejected talks. GameStop may pull its $56 billion bid for eBay, while Berkshire Hathaway CEO Greg Abel is putting cash to work.

BBloomberg Television2026-08-10 17:34

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has rejected the US-brokered 15-point peace plan for Gaza. The programme examines the consequences of that decision for Palestinians and the risks Netanyahu may face by defying Donald Trump. Presenter Per Nyberg discusses the dispute with Mitchell Barak, a former Netanyahu aide, and Adnan Joulani, a Palestinian international-affairs specialist. The discussion focuses on the political stakes surrounding the rejected proposal.

AAl Jazeera English2026-08-10 17:30

Podcast host Ben Ferguson joins “The Faulkner Focus” for a discussion of what the program describes as far-left influence within the Democratic Party. The conversation also addresses Abdul El-Sayed’s controversial ties. It further focuses on the multitrillion-dollar costs attributed to government-run socialized healthcare. The headline presents Faulkner’s reaction as an emphatic condemnation.

FFox News2026-08-10 17:30

President Donald Trump signs an executive order concerning childhood vaccines in the Oval Office. Fox News is carrying the signing live. The event centers on a presidential action involving U.S. childhood vaccination policy. The broadcast presents the signing as it takes place.

FFox News2026-08-10 17:27

President Masoud Pezeshkian described a meeting with Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei that lasted nearly seven hours. Pezeshkian said the discussion covered Iran’s economy and U.S. sanctions. The account came amid apparent tensions among the Islamic Republic’s leaders. His remarks focused on the length of the meeting and the issues raised during it.

TThe Associated Press2026-08-10 17:19

Clashes broke out in India’s Jharkhand state during student demonstrations. Police used tear gas to disperse the crowd. The protesters were objecting to alleged corruption and irregularities in civil service examinations. Human rights advocate Sanjay Hegde provided analysis of the situation.

TTRT World2026-08-10 17:14

A Russian air strike hit the Ukrainian city of Zaporizhzhia, according to regional governor Ivan Fedorov. The attack injured 13 people, including a child. Officials described the casualties in connection with the strike, while no further details about the damage or circumstances were provided. The incident adds to the continuing pattern of attacks affecting Ukrainian cities.

RReuters2026-08-10 17:12