In Washington… President Roosevelt forbids the export of oil and aviation fuel from the United States except to Britain, the British Commonwealth countries and countries of the Western Hemisphere. This decision is aimed at Japan. Roosevelt's decision confirms steps taken recently when Japanese assets were frozen (on July 26th).
In Tokyo… As a consequence of the American restrictions on oil exports, Japan is left with only limited stocks of oil. The position is such that Japan must either change her foreign policy very radically or decide to go to war and try to secure access to oil from the East Indies.
On the Eastern Front… The fighting is especially heavy near Vitebsk and Orsha. The Soviets attack only the northern edge of the Pripet Marshes from west of Gomel with the aim of striking into the German rear areas. In most target areas the Germans can withstand the attacks.