20:00 News in Brief: Pashinyan-Zelensky Conversation, Hormuz Control

Recent news highlights:

• From August 13 to 17, short rains and thunderstorms are expected in Yerevan and most regions of Armenia, with heavy downpours, hail, and strong winds in some areas.
• The Prime Minister of Armenia and the President of Ukraine discussed bilateral cooperation, regional and global developments, and the promotion of peace during a phone conversation.
• The President of Iran stated that, in the current war conditions, it is necessary to focus on specific issues and strengthen the connection between the state and society.
• The President of the United States announced complete control over the Strait of Hormuz, asserting that Iran's military and economic capabilities have been significantly weakened.
• Hungary is urgently taking measures to prevent a potential halt of the Paks nuclear power plant due to low water levels in the Danube.
• NASA has released new images of the Martian surface showing unusual cracks of still undetermined origin.
• A total solar eclipse will be visible on August 12 in Greenland, Iceland, and Spain, while a partial eclipse will be seen in much of Europe.