Armed conflicts and attacks
War in Afghanistan (2001–2021)
The Taliban claims responsibility for a truck bombing in a military complex in Kabul. (Reuters)
Syrian civil war
Libyan Civil War (2014–present)
The United States launches airstrikes on ISIL positions in the Libyan city of Sirte following a request from the UN-backed Government of National Accord. Libyan Prime Minister Fayez al-Sarraj, in a televised address, says the strikes have caused "heavy ISIL losses". (BBC)
Business and economy
Uber announces plans to merge its China operations with rival DiDi with the merge company valued at $35 billion. (Reuters)
Tesla announces plans to acquire Solar City in a $2.6 billion deal. (Reuters via CNBC)