[The Israeli-Palestinian conflict continues, with nearly 18,500 Palestinians arrested in the West Bank] The Palestinian Prisoners Affairs Department released its latest report on August 3rd, showing that since the outbreak of the current round of Israeli-Palestinian conflict, approximately 18,500 Palestinians have been arrested in the West Bank. Data shows that among those arrested are approximately 570 women and at least 1,500 minors. In addition, the number of arrested journalists has exceeded 194, of which 49 are still in custody. The report further highlights the widespread impact of the conflict on local civilians.

South African auto parts supplier hit hard by US tariffs, losing $41 million in orders. Jandamac Automation, a leading South African supplier of automotive automation equipment, recently revealed that it has lost orders worth 750 million rand (approximately $41 million) due to new US tariffs. The company primarily provides automated assembly lines and production software development services to multinational automakers such as BMW, Volkswagen, and Mercedes-Benz. General Manager Siegfried Lokocchi told News24: "Several contracts originally planned for the next two or three months have now been shelved. US tariffs have increased our product prices by 30%, severely weakening our market competitiveness." The company's domestic market accounts for only 15% of its business, while exports to the US account for 50%. US President Trump announced a 30% tariff increase on South Africa last Friday, putting pressure on the rand and the stock market. The South African government is developing a business aid package while continuing negotiations with the US on a new trade agreement. Lokocchi noted: "This tariff policy will not only affect our company, but will also impact jobs and investment across the entire South African automotive industry chain."

According to Syrian state television, security sources said the armed group attacked the Syrian Internal Security Forces in Suwayda, killing one member and injuring others.