The world keeps its breath. An IRGC adviser says no ceasefire. Another war with the US or Israel could start any day. Iran will bolster offensive power—diplomacy, missiles, drones, cyber.

Araghchi vows tougher moves. After twelve days of clash, Iran fired missiles and drones at Israel. There were casualties. Tehran denies it seeks nuclear weapons.

Trump's tariffs aimed to push India away from Russia but backfired. New Delhi tilts toward Moscow and Beijing. Modi's multi-alignment looks strained. Washington pressure and Russian crude penalties reveal limits of autonomy.

In Britain, the M5 northbound at Somerset is halted by emergency repairs on the Avonmouth Bridge. Three of four lanes closed; about 13 miles of congestion and an eight-mile queue.

Motorists are urged to use alternate routes or delay travel. Delays may stretch into the early evening.

The Digest, 8/18/2025 @300AM, CDT

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