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World news — August 1, 2026 - Page 131

World publications published on August 1, 2026 (UTC). This is a fixed calendar-day archive. Page 131 of 148.

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  7. WorldMiddle East

    Cuba to Eliminate 92,000 Public Jobs in Health, Education, Culture and Sports

    Cuba's Prime Minister, Manuel Marrero, announced the elimination of 92,000 public jobs in Health, Education, Culture, and Sports in the coming weeks. This decision is part of a package of reforms aimed at liberalizing and decentralizing the country's economy. The move is a first step in applying the Law on the Organization of the Central Administration of the State, which will result in the disappearance of several ministries. Most of the affected jobs are currently vacant.
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    Former South Korea Coach Hong Grilled by MPs Over World Cup Flop

    Former South Korea coach Hong Myung-bo appeared before parliament's sports committee to face questions over his side's failure to advance from their group at the World Cup. Hong, who resigned after the elimination, took full responsibility for the team's performance. He denied allegations of preferential treatment and incorrect salary reports, but apologized for the team's failure to reach the knockout stages.
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    US Strikes in Iran: At Least 3 Dead, Including Child, on Qeshm Island

    The US military launched a wave of attacks against Iran, targeting military sites and residential areas. At least three people, including a two-year-old child, were killed on Qeshm Island when a missile hit a residential building. Explosions were also reported in other southern Iranian cities, including Bandar Abbas, Bushehr, and Abadan. Iran confirmed the attacks but did not immediately respond.
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    South Korean Envoy Praises Turkish UAV Technology

    The Ambassador of South Korea to Ankara, Boo Sukjong, has praised the advanced technology of Turkish unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs). He highlighted the potential for cooperation between South Korea and Turkey in this sector through technology exchange and joint research. Sukjong also mentioned that Turkey's UAV sector has proven its high-level technology through exports to many countries.
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    Afghanistan Invites Iranian Investors for Economic Cooperation

    Kamal al-Din Vahid, head of the joint Afghanistan-Iran Chamber of Commerce, traveled to Iran and participated in a meeting titled 'Economic cooperation opportunities with Afghanistan under new conditions' in Alborz province. He emphasized the need to move from traditional trade to joint investments and highlighted the suitable environment for foreign investment in Afghanistan. The meeting discussed development of economic cooperation, joint investment, increase in trade between Iran and Afghanistan.
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    Libyan Public Sector Workers Demand Salary Increases

    The recent increase in military salaries in Libya has sparked demands from public sector workers for similar wage increases. The Union of Justice Employees announced a strike, while health workers demanded a 150% salary increase to match other sectors. The calls for higher wages come amidst broader demands for improved living conditions and concerns about the impact on the public budget.
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    Prince Harry's Security Costs Topped All VIPs in Canada

    Canadian taxpayers spent more to protect Prince Harry during his visits to Canada over a five-year period than for any other internationally protected person who visited Canada during that time. An RCMP document obtained by CBC News revealed this information, providing a rare glimpse into the secretive world of protecting VIPs. Prince Harry's trips to Canada cost more than previously disclosed and more than any other VIP's over the same period.
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