Apple has opened preorders for the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max; starting prices are 9,999 yuan and 10,999 yuan. Devices go on sale on the 18th of this month.

Speaking at the first session of the BRICS leaders’ 18th summit in New Delhi on Sept. 12, Xi said the situation in the Middle East Gulf remains complex and the conflict has caused severe losses and undermines international interests. He offered a four-point proposal to de-escalate, halt hostilities and advance political talks, called for a permanent comprehensive ceasefire, and said China is willing to work with BRICS members to help restore peace and stability in the Gulf region.

US President Trump said on the attack on a Saudi pipeline that the Saudi crown prince is his good friend and that everything will be resolved smoothly.