cenc measured a magnitude-5.1 earthquake in Afghanistan at 03:51 on Aug 19 at 36.45N, 70.80E; hypocenter depth 200 km.

Iran foreign ministry spokesman Baghaei rejected the UAE's accusation that Iran fired missiles at it, saying such claims breach good-neighbourliness, undermine regional trust and efforts to prevent escalation. Baghaei urged parties to avoid unfounded allegations given the complex environment created by ongoing US and Israeli actions in the region and alleged false‑flag incidents. The UAE earlier announced it would suspend trade, commercial and financial transactions with Iran.

Wuling Motors (00305.HK) expects 1H net profit of about RMB63 mln, down about 27% YoY; profit attributable to owners about RMB26 mln, down about 34% YoY.