In Pics: What happened across the world on Aug 21

Bangalore, Aug 21: Imran Khan on Thursday called off talks with Pakistan Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif saying that 'there are criminals sitting inside the Parliament.' Khan said: "People who have fired on protesters will have to face God's wrath."

Meanwhile, the hunt is on for the killer of American journalist James Foley who was beheaded by the ISIS. Investigators say that the person who beheaded Foley had a British accent to his English.

OneIndia brings to you news from across the world in pictures.

Israel continue air strikes in Gaza

Smoke and dust rise after an Israeli strike hit Gaza City in the northern Gaza Strip.

Sharif- Khan talks called off

A woman supporter of Pakistan's cricketer-turned-politician Imran Khan with her children shout during a protest in Islamabad's high-security Red Zone, in Islamabad, Pakistan.

James Foley's parents break down

John and Diane Foley talk to reporters after speaking with U.S. President Barack Obama. Islamic militants posted a video showing his murder on Tuesday and said they killed him because the U.S. had launched airstrikes in northern Iraq.

Imran Khan calls off talks with Sharif

Pakistan's cricketer-turned-politician Imran Khan flashes victory sign to his supporters near the parliament area in Islamabad, Pakistan.

Mamata meets members of Bengali Assn in Singapore

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee interacts with Bengali community women during a programme organised by Bengali Association in Singapore.

Serena serenades the crowd

Tennis player Serena Williams performs onstage at the Delta Open Mic with Serena Williams event in New York.