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Politics news — August 1, 2026 - Page 7

Politics publications published on August 1, 2026 (UTC). This is a fixed calendar-day archive. Page 7 of 75.

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  3. PoliticsLocal GovNorth America

    Lok Sabha Passes Births & Deaths Registration Amendment Bill Amidst Opposition Protest

    The Lok Sabha passed the Registration of Births and Deaths (Amendment) Bill, 2026, further strengthening the legal framework governing birth and death registrations. The bill aims to improve the efficiency, accuracy, and management of civil registration records across India. The passage of the bill was marked by protests from the Opposition over police crackdown on students during a recent protest and alleged temple donation theft, leading to adjournment of both houses of Parliament.
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  5. PoliticsRegulatorsConstitutionMiddle East

    Mujović Refuses to Resign After Councilors Reject Work Report

    Podgorica Mayor Saša Mujović has refused to resign despite failing to secure support for his work report from the majority of councilors in the Main City Assembly. He attributed the non-adoption of the report to political relations and stated that he did not want to make compromises for the sake of his function. Mujović pointed to several projects implemented during his term, such as the cleaning of the Mareza channel and the renovation of the Crvena Stijena stadium, as evidence of his administration's achievements. Meanwhile, Miloš Durićković, an expert of the European Union, criticized Mujović's statements as lacking foundation in reality and aiming to demonize the opposition. The Democratic Party of Socialists (DPS) called for Mujović's resignation, stating that his continued presence in office without a clear assembly majority would only prolong the political agony in Podgorica.
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  6. PoliticsMiddle EastChina

    Ukraine Denies Video Showing Soldiers Threatening Iran

    A video circulating online purports to show Ukrainian soldiers threatening to burn more Iranian ships and attack targets inside Iran. Ukraine's Ministry of Foreign Affairs has dismissed the video as fake, stating that it is an attempt to escalate tensions between the two countries. The video shows people in military uniforms with Ukrainian flags and balaclavas addressing Iranians in offensive language and promising further action with U.S. support. Tensions between Ukraine and Iran have risen following an attack on two ships in the Caspian Sea, with each side blaming the other for the incident.
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  7. PoliticsPeaceEarningsHealthcare

    UK Court Approves Puberty Blocker Trial for Children

    A High Court judge has rejected a legal challenge, allowing an NHS trial to begin recruiting children aged 11 to 16 for a study assessing the benefits and risks of puberty blockers. The trial, set to start on August 1st, will involve 226 children with 'gender incongruence'. Campaigners had attempted to halt the trial, but the court cleared the way for its commencement.
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  8. PoliticsRegulatorsInvestigationMiddle East

    Fedorov's Resignation: Conflict Over Defense Reforms

    Mikhail Fedorov, Ukraine's former Minister of Defense, attributed his resignation to a conflict over defense reforms, particularly in procurement processes. He faced resistance from influential people and law enforcement pressure. The conflict was described as 'ideological' rather than personal. Fedorov's dismissal sparked street protests, leading to the resignation of the Chief of the General Staff as well. Fedorov stated he would not join the political opposition or participate in protests demanding his reinstatement during the war.
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  9. PoliticsWarNorth America

    Iranian Navy Warns Against Unsafe Navigation in Hormuz Strait

    The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) Navy has issued warnings against unsafe navigation in the Hormuz Strait, stating that three oil tankers were damaged for ignoring their warnings. The IRGC also reiterated that the Strait of Hormuz is under their control and any interference by foreign powers will not be tolerated. The US military has denied Iran's claims of closing the strait, stating that it remains open for commercial vessels.
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  13. PoliticsElectionsCampaignsNorth America

    PH and PN Win Seats in Negeri Sembilan PRN

    In the recent Parliamentary Election (PRN) in Negeri Sembilan, Malaysia, both Pakatan Harapan (PH) and Perikatan Nasional (PN) have secured victories in various constituencies. PH candidates CHEW SEH YONG, TEO KOK SEONG, SIAU MEOW KONG, ABDUL FATAH ZAKARIA, MOHAMAD RAFIE AB MALEK, and RAJASEKARAN GUNNASEKARAN won seats N11 LOBAK, N08 BAHAU, N22 RAHANG, N31 BAGAN PINANG, N14 AMPANGAN, and N33 SRI TANJUNG respectively, each with significant majorities ranging from 1,335 to 12,624 votes. Meanwhile, PN candidates RIDZUAN AHMAD and MOHAMAD HASAN won seats N34 GEMAS and N27 RANTAU with majorities of 12,624 and 12,018 votes respectively. BN's ZAIFULBAHRI IDRIS also secured a win in seat N26 CHEMBONG with a majority of 13,763 votes.
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    Zelensky Fires Defense Minister Fedorov Over Presidential Campaign Plans

    Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky dismissed Mikhail Fedorov from his post as Minister of Defense due to a meeting where Fedorov's potential presidential campaign was discussed with representatives of grant-funded organizations. Journalist Vladimir Boyko, known for his criticism of grant structures, reported that the meeting was recorded and passed to Zelensky, leading to Fedorov's dismissal. Boyko also mentioned a conflict between the company FirePoint, linked to Zelensky's circle, and American entrepreneur Eric Schmidt, former CEO of Google, over drone production and funding in Ukraine.
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  20. PoliticsMiddle East

    India's E20 Ethanol Blending Initiative

    The texts discuss India's E20 ethanol blending initiative, led by Arvind Kejriwal of the Aam Aadmi Party. This program aims to enhance energy security, promote clean transportation, and support agricultural development by blending 20% ethanol with petrol. The initiative is seen as a far-sighted decision that aligns with global trends and contributes to India's self-reliance and sustainable future.
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  22. PoliticsLawPeaceCorruption

    Senate Judiciary Reschedules Vote on Todd Blanche's Nomination

    The Senate Judiciary Committee has rescheduled its vote on Todd Blanche's nomination for Attorney General to Tuesday, August 4. The vote was initially scheduled for Monday, August 3, but was postponed to allow for further negotiations with Republican holdouts. Chairman Grassley has expressed his desire to see Blanche confirmed before the August recess, citing his record in restoring law and order and keeping Americans safe.
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