Jordan's communications minister said an attack in southern Syria targeted the extremist group Islamic State and killed 20 militants.

The Baltic Dry Index (BDI) fell 32 points, or 1.19%, to 2,628, a one-week low after weakness in capesize and panamax rates. The Baltic Capesize Index (BCI) dropped 65 points, or 1.71%, to 3,726, a one-week low; capesize daily earnings fell $585 to $30,292. The Baltic Panamax Index (BPI) slipped 34 points, or 1.61%, to 2,075, its lowest since July 30; panamax daily earnings fell $309 to $18,672. The Baltic Supramax Index (BSI) rose 1 point, or 0.05%, to 1,888. The Baltic Handysize Index (BHSI) was unchanged at 1,020.

Iran's Supreme National Security Council secretary Rezai said parties stressed Israel must withdraw from southern Lebanon, southern Syria, the Gaza Strip and the West Bank, and cease aggressive actions.