World Report August 26: Tuesday's top stories in 10 minutes
Aug 26, 2025
Protests erupt across Israel, highlighting the urgent situation with hostages held by Hamas. In Australia, PM Albanese condemns anti-Semitic attacks and cuts ties with Iran. Meanwhile, Canada narrows down contenders for its new submarine fleet to two major companies. Trump's decision to fire the Federal Reserve governor sparks controversy. Adding to the chaos, wildfires in Nova Scotia have significantly worsened, forcing evacuations and raising concerns about public safety, alongside delays in disability benefits impacting vulnerable Canadians.
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Families Demand Hostage Deal Now
- Families and supporters of hostages held by Hamas protested across Israel demanding a deal to free captives and end the Gaza war.
- Demonstrators pounded drums, locked roads and urged Prime Minister Netanyahu to accept a partial staged release deal he has resisted.
Humanitarian Pressure Mounts On Israel
- The UN declared famine in Gaza City and warned half a million face starvation, amplifying international pressure on Israel.
- Outrage grew after an Israeli strike killed five Palestinian journalists at a Gaza hospital, which Netanyahu called a tragic mishap.
Australia Blames Iran For Attacks
- Australia says foreign actors paid local criminals for anti-Semitic attacks and accuses Iran of directing arson on a Sydney kosher business and a Melbourne synagogue.
- Prime Minister Anthony Albanese cut diplomatic ties with Tehran, calling it an extraordinary response.