Evening Bulletin - August 25, 2025

Gaza Hospital Strike Claims 20 Lives An Israeli airstrike on a hospital in Gaza killed 20 people, including several journalists. Local health authorities and international media outlets have confirmed the fatalities, raising renewed calls for restraint amid the ongoing Gaza conflict.

Record Participation in Bosphorus Swim More than 2,800 swimmers took part in the annual Bosphorus crossing in Istanbul, marking one of the largest turnouts in the event’s history. Participants braved strong currents and crowded conditions to swim from Asia to Europe across the scenic strait.

Violent Storm Hits Italian Resorts A sudden, violent thunderstorm swept through Italy’s coastal resorts, causing extensive damage to beachfront properties and prompting emergency evacuations. Local authorities reported uprooted trees, flooded streets, and power outages, with cleanup efforts underway.

U.S. National Guard to Carry Weapons in Washington National Guard units deployed to Washington, D.C., have begun carrying weapons as part of their security mission. The decision follows concerns over rising crime rates and heightened political tensions in the capital.

Global Markets Ease After Recent Gains Major stock indexes slipped on Monday following gains on Friday, as investors weighed mixed economic data and remarks from Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell about a potential September interest rate cut. The U.S. dollar edged higher against a basket of major currencies.