Status of Jerusalem
In Washington, D.C., the leaders of Romania and Honduras announce they will recognize Jerusalem as Israel's capital, following the lead of the United States.
Sources: Fox News
Sources: Fox News
Surinamese Foreign Minister Albert Ramdin says that Suriname will open an embassy in Jerusalem.
Israel announces that, on 16 August, Nauru officially recognized Jerusalem as the capital of Israel.
Israel has revealed plans to build nearly 1,300 housing units for Jewish settlers in east Jerusalem.