The Iranian president's office deputy director for communications and information said the president's TV interview, recorded the day before yesterday and broadcast last night, is entirely consistent in core message with the Supreme Leader's statements.

Allianz chief economic adviser Mohamed El-Erian said a yen break past 160 per dollar would heighten speculation of Japanese FX intervention. U.S. Treasury Secretary BESSENT, in an Aug. 27 letter, warned that as a major holder of U.S. Treasuries Japan’s exposure means disorderly yen moves could trigger forced liquidations, undermine global market stability and raise borrowing costs for U.S. households and businesses.

Nepal's foreign minister says Nepal does not require assistance for routine search-and-rescue operations.