President Trump posted on Truth Social on Aug. 12 that White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt will step down at the end of the month to spend more time with her children and family and will become a senior external adviser.

Japanese Prime Minister Takaichi held a fourth phone call with Iranian President Pezeshkian, urging rapid de‑escalation as tensions around the Strait of Hormuz enter a critical phase. Takaichi said Iran is communicating with relevant states about keeping the strait open and stressed the importance of easing military tensions and defusing the situation promptly. Japan urged the US and Iran to consult under their memorandum of understanding and seek a final agreement, including on nuclear issues, as soon as possible. Tokyo emphasized the need for free, secure navigation of the Strait of Hormuz without additional costs, asked Iran to engage fully with the international community including strait users, and requested Iran press the Houthis to exercise greater restraint. Japan also flagged energy‑security concerns over recent developments in the Bab al‑Mandeb.

【国内金饰克价上涨9-13元不等】今日国内黄金饰品价格对比显示，国内多家品牌足金饰品价格较昨日上涨约9-13元不等，价格在1335-1340元/克之间。