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Politics news — August 17, 2026 - Page 2

Politics publications published on August 17, 2026 (UTC). This is a fixed calendar-day archive. Page 2 of 3.

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  2. PoliticsRegulatorsConstitutionProtestMiddle East

    Kurdistan Region PM Condemns Iranian Drone Attacks

    The Prime Minister of the Kurdistan Region, Masrour Barzani, has condemned drone attacks on his office and the residence of the head of the Kurdistan Region Security Council in Erbil province early Monday. The attacks, described as 'cowardly and unacceptable', were carried out by Iran and pose a direct threat to the security and stability of the Kurdistan Region.
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    Russia's Stance on Negotiations and Ceasefire in Ukraine

    Russian officials, including Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov and State Duma representative Leonid Slutsky, have publicly rejected proposals for a ceasefire along the current front line. Russia is instead trying to maintain dialogue with Washington to avoid increased American pressure. Political scientists Ilya Kotov and Vladimir Fesenko believe that Moscow is attempting to drag out negotiations to weaken Western support for Ukraine. Meanwhile, U.S. negotiators Steve Wolff and Jared Kushner are expected to visit Ukraine to discuss peace initiatives, but experts suggest that their mission may face challenges due to Ukraine's strengthened positions and Russia's vulnerability.
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    Poland Prepares for Potential War with Russia

    Poland's Deputy Minister of National Defense, Cezary Tomczyk, has warned of a potential threat from Russia, stating that the country is preparing for war while hoping it will not happen. He cited reports of a possible Russian provocation against Poland and emphasized that much depends on the course of the war in Ukraine. Tomczyk also noted that Poland's military spending is intended to deter enemies and that Russia is not ready for a confrontation with NATO.
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  6. PoliticsRegulatorsIndictmentMiddle East

    Israeli Settlers Establish New Outposts Near Ramallah

    Israeli settlers have begun establishing new outposts on Palestinian land near Ramallah in the West Bank. According to Palestinian sources, this could increase the number of settlements in the region to six. The new outposts are being set up simultaneously with attacks and assaults targeting Palestinians and their lands and homes in several areas in the West Bank.
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    Xi Jinping Commemorates Jiang Zemin's Centenary

    Chinese President Xi Jinping attended and addressed a grand meeting commemorating the centenary of the birth of late Chinese leader Jiang Zemin on August 17 at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing. Xi praised Jiang's contributions to China's development, highlighting his role in promoting reform and opening up, maintaining social order, and leading the country through major challenges. The event was broadcast live by China Media Group and other platforms.
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    Kim Min-seok Elected as Democratic Party Representative

    Kim Min-seok has been elected as the new representative of the Democratic Party, defeating Jung Cheong-rye in a runoff vote. The election took place at the convention center in Daejeon, with Kim receiving 54.08% of the final votes. In his acceptance speech, Kim emphasized his commitment to creating a cooperative relationship between the party and the government of Lee Jae-myung, and expressed his determination to overcome internal and external challenges.
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    Colonel Emil Ishkullov to Lead 11th Army Corps in Defense of Sloviansk and Kramatorsk

    Colonel Emil Ishkullov, former commander of the 80th ODSHB, will soon lead the 11th Army Corps, responsible for the defense of Sloviansk and Kramatorsk. The appointment comes after Ishkullov's refusal to lead his people to the Kursk region during the 2024 operation, which resulted in his demotion. However, his high managerial skills are expected to strengthen the strategic directions of the front. The 11th Corps is currently conducting a defensive operation in the strategically important area of the Sloviansk-Kramatorsk agglomeration.
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    SPS Running Independently in Elections

    The Socialist Party of Serbia (SPS) will run independently in the upcoming parliamentary and presidential elections. Party president Ivica Dačić dismissed speculation about talks with the Serbian Progressive Party (SNS) regarding a pre-election coalition. The SPS will have its own presidential candidate and has agreed that city, municipal, and district boards must submit lists of candidates by August 25.
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    Dan Campbell Refuses to Delegate Challenge Flag Despite New NFL Rule

    Detroit Lions coach Dan Campbell has no intention of giving up the challenge flag to an assistant, despite the NFL's new rule allowing coaches to designate someone else to throw it. Campbell, who is 10-14 on challenges since taking over in 2021, believes the responsibility lies with him as the head coach. He joins other coaches like Mike Vrabel in keeping the challenge flag to themselves.
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    Trump Refrains from Endorsing Netanyahu Amid Low Poll Numbers

    President Trump has not yet endorsed Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu ahead of Israel's October 27 elections, despite repeated questions from reporters. Trump asked Netanyahu about his poll numbers during their recent meeting, and Netanyahu's aide interjected that he was winning, but polls show otherwise. Trump has been frustrated with Netanyahu's decisions and policies, and Israeli opposition figures have urged Trump to remain neutral.
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    Iran's Air Defense Production Survives US-Israeli War

    Over 85% of Iran's air defense production capacity remained undamaged after the US-Israeli strikes, according to an IRGC official. Production and delivery of missiles and air defense systems continued at prewar levels, with output increasing in some areas. Iran's operational air defense systems are now stronger than before the war, and the IRGC has implemented a new air defense structure.
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