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Politics news — August 23, 2026 - Page 7

Politics publications published on August 23, 2026 (UTC). This is a fixed calendar-day archive. Page 7 of 12.

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  3. PoliticsMiddle East

    Hamas Explores Election Alliance with Other Factions

    Hamas is discussing a joint electoral bloc with Islamic Jihad, Mohammed Dahlan's camp, and other factions ahead of the November Palestinian legislative elections. The alliance aims to expand the largest national bloc, potentially including personalities from various sectors and supported by political figures. Other factions like PFLP and DFLP are considering joining or forming a democratic alliance.
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  4. PoliticsAppointments

    Tim Scott Defends Darline Graham's Qualifications for Senate

    Senator Tim Scott (R-S.C.) has expressed confidence in Darline Graham's qualifications to be a U.S. senator, despite her recent debate slip-up on national security. In an interview on 'Meet the Press', Scott stated, 'There's no doubt. She's the real deal.' When asked if a U.S. senator should have a basic understanding of national security issues, Scott affirmed that Graham does.
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  5. PoliticsRegulatorsConstitutionMiddle EastChina

    NATO Considers Hormuz Support; Turkey Arrests Netanyahu Warrant

    NATO members are discussing options to support navigation in the Strait of Hormuz due to decreased traffic, but emphasize it's not part of their mission. Turkey has issued an international arrest warrant for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu following the interception of a Gaza-bound flotilla. Israel responds that intimidation leads nowhere. Meanwhile, Israel continues attacks on southern Lebanon and Gaza, with a Hamas commander killed in the latest strikes. Iraq requests permission for its oil tankers to pass through Hormuz, while Iran sharply reacts to new US sanctions.
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  7. PoliticsIndiaWeatherBiodiversity

    National Conclave Discusses Water Security and Conservation

    A national conclave on water security, governance, and innovation was held in Ahmedabad under the banner 'Bharat Discourses on Water @2047'. The event emphasized collective efforts to address India's changing water needs, focusing on water governance, public policy, research, innovation, entrepreneurship, and green finance. Speakers including farmers Seth Pal Singh and Bharat Bhushan Tyagi, environmentalist Vijaypal Baghel, and water conservation activist Mahesh Goyal highlighted the importance of water conservation and efficient use.
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  8. PoliticsMiddle East

    Selangor Considers Holiday if it Tops SUKMA Medal Tally

    The State Government of Selangor is considering declaring a public holiday if the Selangor contingent at the SUKMA Games wins the overall championship. The Youth, Sports and Entrepreneurship Exco, Mohd Najwan Halimi, confirmed this, stating that the decision will be made after the medal tally is finalized. Chief Minister Datuk Seri Amirudin Shari will make the official announcement during the closing ceremony of SUKMA 2026 on Monday night.
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  9. PoliticsBillMiddle EastIsrael

    Turkish Official Criticizes Israel's Role in Regional Power Shift

    Kemal Okuyan, General Secretary of the Turkish Labour Party (TKP), has criticized Israel's role in the changing power dynamics in Syria and the broader Middle East. Okuyan argues that Israel's influence is not waning but being 'dragged along' in a new game orchestrated by the US and UK, due to the AKP government's lack of understanding and the US's weakened position. He warns of increased competition and instability in the region.
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  13. PoliticsMiddle EastCentral AsiaChina

    EU Aid for Ukrainian Drone Production Surges to 3.9 Billion Euros

    The volume of European aid to Ukraine for the purchase and production of drones has significantly increased, reaching a peak of 3.90 billion euros in the second quarter of 2026. Germany and Norway were the largest donors, each contributing 0.50 billion euros, while the UK announced a record delivery of 120,000 drones. Ukraine's internal production of drones reached a rate of 10 million units per year by August 2026.
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  14. PoliticsRegulatorsMiddle EastChina

    Russia's 'Black August' Brings Fresh Crises for Putin

    Russia is experiencing another 'Black August', a period marked by dramatic crises in the past. This year, Putin faces challenges on multiple fronts: limited progress in Ukraine, economic strain from strikes on Russian infrastructure, and domestic unrest fueled by fuel shortages and rumors of mobilization. Despite these issues, Putin remains confident and attributes little long-term impact to the attacks. Meanwhile, Ukraine faces internal political challenges, with the ousted Defense Minister calling for wartime elections. In contrast to Russia, Ukraine's civil society and democratic processes remain active.
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  15. PoliticsBillAppointmentsMiddle East

    Kazakhstan Holds Parliamentary Elections to Strengthen President Tokayev's Power

    Kazakhstan held parliamentary elections on August 23, expected to consolidate President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev's grip on power. The elections were brought forward following a constitutional overhaul that changed the parliament from a two-house to a single-house system and allows Tokayev, who took office in 2019, to run for another seven-year term. Only state-approved parties loyal to Tokayev were permitted to participate.
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  18. PoliticsElectionsGovernanceMiddle East

    Victor Davis Hanson's 2026 Midterm Predictions

    Conservative scholar Victor Davis Hanson predicts that Republicans will likely retain the Senate and have a good chance of keeping the House in the 2026 midterms. He believes that the Democratic Socialists of America (DSA) candidates' radical positions will hurt the Democrats' chances, as they cannot fully embrace or reject them without consequences. Hanson expects key Democratic candidates like John Fetterman (PA), Mandela Barnes (WI), and Tim Ryan (OH) to lose their Senate races, while Republicans will keep their seats. He also predicts that Susan Collins (ME) will win re-election.
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  22. PoliticsLawMiddle EastChina

    Trump Accuses Zelensky of Deception Over Starlink Use

    Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky admitted that he was accused by former US President Donald Trump of deceiving him regarding the use of SpaceX's Starlink system over Russian territory. Initially, Zelensky was informed that Elon Musk had agreed to the use of Starlink, but later found out that Musk had refused, leading to Trump's accusation. Zelensky acknowledged a mistake by Ukraine's Defense Ministry in the negotiations with Musk.
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  23. PoliticsIndictmentProtestMiddle East

    Taliban yet to hand over body of slain commander Haseebullah Pansheri

    The Taliban have not yet handed over the body of Haseebullah Pansheri, commander of the National Resistance Front, to his family despite killing him in an ambush last week. His body was transferred from Charikar to Kabul, but the reason remains unclear. Efforts by the International Committee of the Red Cross to facilitate handover have also been unsuccessful.
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