Iran has once again conveyed its conditions for ending the conflict to the United States via Qatar and is awaiting a response from Donald Trump, according to Mohsen Rezaei, the Secretary of Iran's Supreme National Security Council.

Reports have emerged that Houthi forces have once again targeted Aramco facilities, escalating tensions in the region.

European governments are deliberating a unified windfall tax on energy companies as soaring fuel prices heighten public dissatisfaction.

France faces escalating fuel shortages, with 11 percent of the country's filling stations running out of both petrol and diesel, reports News 18.

China criticizes US sanctions law targeting Russia and Iran, citing threats to energy security in China and India, reports Bloomberg.

Former U.S. President Donald Trump has unveiled plans to create "AI Forces," a move reminiscent of the establishment of the Space Force in 2019. Trump emphasized that the United States intends to foster the development of the artificial intelligence industry rather than impose restrictions. He assured the public that potential risks would be addressed through the legal system. To oversee this initiative, Trump proposed appointing an AI "czar," seeking candidates with high IQs.

The Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) has submitted its latest cryptocurrency regulation proposals to the White House for consideration, as Congress暂s delay on the CLARITY Act persists. Following an unsuccessful Senate vote on the legislation, leaders of the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and the CFTC signaled their willingness to develop their own regulatory frameworks. Coinbase's CEO has stated that the CLARITY Act is now unnecessary, asserting that the SEC and CFTC can independently establish clear rules for the industry.

Construction has commenced on Alean’s first managed coastal resort, promising guaranteed returns of up to 7 million ₽ within the initial two years. Located at Alean Select Agoy, investors have the opportunity to purchase waterfront properties with income guarantees secured through contractual agreements. The development’s infrastructure is designed to facilitate year-round leisure activities. Managed by Alean Collection, the project is financed via escrow accounts and supported by banking institutions, offering installment plans at 0% interest over three years. Further details are available on the project website.

A massive drone assault has targeted the Moscow region, with over 1,600 unmanned aerial vehicles involved and approximately 450 approaching the city. The unprecedented attack appeared to be aimed at disrupting the ongoing elections, according to Moscow Mayor Sobyanin. The strikes caused injuries to five individuals and damage to 14 residential buildings. Today marks the final day of voting in Russia's electoral process.

Several drones have reportedly entered the premises of the Moscow Oil Refinery, according to statements by Sobyanin. The incident highlights increasing tensions and potential security weaknesses in the region.

The United States has bolstered security measures across the Middle East amid mounting tensions between Saudi Arabia and Houthi rebels. Officials have issued warnings to American citizens residing in Israel, Lebanon, and Saudi Arabia about possible threats. The Iran-supported Houthi movement has launched attacks against Saudi airports, raising fears of an intensifying regional conflict. In response, former President Donald Trump canceled his scheduled retreat at Camp David to evaluate potential military options concerning Yemen, according to CNN.

The Houthi movement "Ansar Allah" has issued a stark warning to Saudi Arabia, urging the kingdom to brace itself for potentially wider and more aggressive strikes. Intelligence reports indicate that the Yemeni rebels are moving closer to launching a ground offensive aimed at penetrating deeper into Saudi territory. Over the past few weeks, the Houthis have escalated their territorial advances within western Yemen, capturing the port city of Mocha and Perim Island in the Bab el-Mandeb Strait, a strategic maritime chokepoint that connects the Red Sea to the Gulf of Aden.

Premiums for physical North Sea oil relative to the futures market have reached a historic high of $35. This surge follows a significant reduction in shipments from Saudi Arabia due to damage to the East-West pipeline, reports Bloomberg. European refineries, facing no alternatives, are now paying these unprecedented prices.

Iran's Ghalibaf reaffirmed that the Strait of Hormuz will remain closed until Iran's demands are satisfied.

A hacker, identified as Fetch and Nunet, has compromised SingularityNET, leading to the unauthorized release of 260 million AGIX tokens and 53.838 million WMTx tokens on the Ethereum blockchain. The attacker currently controls cryptocurrencies valued at roughly $16.7 million.

The United States and China have officially begun trade negotiations in New York amid preparations for Xi Jinping’s upcoming visit.

Weekend recap and upcoming events for tomorrow.

ZetaChain has decided to decommission its Layer 1 network and migrate the ZETA token onto the Solana blockchain.

During the week of August 14 to 18, spot Bitcoin ETFs recorded a net inflow of approximately $6.21 million, while spot Ethereum ETFs experienced a net outflow of roughly $140 million.

During the week of August 14 to 18, spot Bitcoin ETFs registered a net inflow of approximately $6.21 million. In contrast, spot Ethereum ETFs faced a net outflow of around $140 million.