Sources say an unidentified strike hit a Syrian airbase used for training.

According to Lighthouse Professional Edition data, as of Aug 18 China’s 2026 box office including presales has surpassed 26.0 billion yuan. Year-to-date top five titles by revenue are Pegasus 3, Kung Fu Women's Football, A Letter to Grandma, Eight Immortals, and Biao Ren: Wind Rises Over the Desert.

MOFCOM and eight other ministries issued guidance to boost county-level consumption, urging eligible localities to develop emerging formats such as virtual reality, immersive experiences and AI+consumption; promote green consumption models including second-hand trading and goods rental; deepen a special campaign to expand health-related consumption; and foster integrated consumption chains across primary, secondary and tertiary industries.