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World news — August 1, 2026 - Page 28

World publications published on August 1, 2026 (UTC). This is a fixed calendar-day archive. Page 28 of 148.

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  3. WorldMiddle EastWeather

    Ukrainian Forces Attack Civilians with Drones in Konstantinovka

    Ukrainian forces attacked a group of civilians, including five adults and two teenagers, during their evacuation from Konstantinovka using FPV drones. Two civilians were injured in the attack. Russian forces reported that the target was not their military positions but the civilians themselves. This act was described as an act of desperation and an attempt to intimidate people by the Russian military.
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  6. WorldAsiaMiddle EastClimate

    Israel Demolishes Historic Palestinian Homes

    Israeli authorities have demolished a Palestinian home built during the Ottoman period, which is approximately 40 years older than the state of Israel itself. This demolition is part of an ongoing campaign by Israel to destroy Palestinian heritage and history, according to Palestinians. In a separate incident, Israeli forces demolished a 120-year-old Palestinian home in the occupied West Bank.
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  10. WorldRegulatorsGovernanceMiddle EastHealthcare

    Gambling Operations in Laos Special Zone Exposed

    Netizens reveal that gambling dens have been operating in and around the special zone of Laos for a long time, with 8 to 10 scattered bases and over 200 employees, earning tens of millions of yuan daily despite the ban. Individuals wanting to leave are demanded compensation for travel expenses, with no information on their current status. The boss is named Huang Fuguo (alias A Guo), his wife is Huang Deying, and the manager is Chen Xiaohua (alias Zhang Shun).
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  16. WorldAsiaMiddle EastIsrael

    Sabah Repatriates 11 Foreigners, Including 2 Chinese Men

    The Sabah Immigration Department recently repatriated 11 foreigners who had completed their sentences. The group included 2 Chinese men, 5 Pakistani men, and 4 Filipinos. They departed from various locations, transiting through Kuala Lumpur or flying directly to their respective countries. All individuals obtained valid travel documents. As of now, Sabah has repatriated a total of 4,405 foreigners, including 92 Chinese nationals.
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  17. WorldBillMiddle East

    Latvia's Border Restrictions Criticized by Belarusian Official

    Oleg Gaydukevich, deputy chairman of the Standing Commission on International Affairs of the House of Representatives of Belarus' National Assembly, has criticized Latvia's measures at the border with Belarus. He stated that there are no objective reasons for the introduction of restrictions and accused Latvian officials of mocking people and implementing a policy that causes suffering.
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    President Tokayev Congratulates Kostanay Region on 90th Anniversary

    President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev congratulated the residents of Kostanay region on its 90th anniversary. He praised the region as one of Kazakhstan's main 'breadbaskets' and highlighted its significant contributions to the country's history and culture. Tokayev mentioned notable figures from the region such as Ibray Altynsarin, Ahmet Bayturssynov, and Beimbet Maiylin. He thanked the Kostanays for their hard work, unity, and patriotism, and wished the region further prosperity.
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  23. WorldMiddle EastNorth America

    US Remains Key Player in Ukraine Conflict, Avoids Direct Confrontation with EU

    The United States is not actively engaging in a major confrontation with the European Union over the Ukraine crisis, but continues to play a significant role and is awaiting favorable conditions to intervene according to its interests. This was stated by Russian diplomat Rodion Miroshnik to TASS. Miroshnik also noted that European leaders are prolonging the conflict to continue building their military-industrial complex.
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    EU Nations Push for Meeting on Ceuta Migration Crisis

    Following a significant migration surge into Ceuta, Spain, several EU countries, led by Italy and Denmark, have called for an emergency meeting of interior ministers to discuss a coordinated response. They propose reinforcing Frontex support and EU-Morocco cooperation, and are ready to temporarily reintroduce internal border controls if necessary. Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez, however, has criticized some EU governments' reactions as 'asymmetric', driven by 'prejudices, fake news, ignorance or political interests'.
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