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World news — August 1, 2026 - Page 46

World publications published on August 1, 2026 (UTC). This is a fixed calendar-day archive. Page 46 of 148.

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  4. WorldMiddle East

    Montenegro Takes Major Step Towards EU Membership

    Montenegro has taken a significant step towards EU membership with the adoption of key reforms and decisions by its parliament. The EU Ambassador to Montenegro, Johan Satler, praised the responsible attitude of the government and opposition, noting that all remaining obligations, including constitutional amendments, election of Judicial Council members, and establishment of the Central Election Commission, should be fulfilled by the end of August.
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    Four Fishermen Missing After Two Boats Capsize off Kerala Coast

    Four fishermen went missing after two fishing boats capsized in separate incidents off the Thiruvananthapuram coast amid rough sea conditions. Two fishermen, Shijin (32) and Freemon (28), went missing after their fishing boat capsized near the Muthalappozhi estuary. In another incident, a fishing boat carrying five fishermen capsized after leaving Vizhinjam harbour, with two remaining missing. Search and rescue operations are underway with the Coastal Police, Navy, and other agencies.
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    VDNKh Celebrates 87th Anniversary

    The VDNKh exhibition complex, one of Russia's largest museum-exhibition complexes, is celebrating its 87th anniversary. Mayor Sergey Sobyanin announced that 42 out of 49 federal cultural heritage objects have been restored, including pavilions like 'Soviet Press', 'Chemistry', and 'Glavtabak'. A Biocenter with interactive nature exhibitions has opened, and future plans include the construction of a modern exhibition complex 'VDNKh EXPO' by 2026, along with various upcoming exhibitions.
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    Sultan Pahang Urges Protection of State Land from Exploration, Encroachment

    Sultan Abdullah of Pahang stressed the importance of protecting every inch of the state's land from exploration, illegal encroachment, and occupation. He emphasized the enforcement of law without fear or favor, warning against those who incite people to break laws or interfere in law enforcement. The Sultan also highlighted Pahang's conservation efforts, with 44% of its area as permanent forest reserves.
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    Transparency Venezuela Questions TSJ Candidates' Profiles

    Transparency Venezuela has raised concerns about the profiles of certain candidates for magistrates of the Supreme Tribunal of Justice (TSJ) in Venezuela. The NGO specifically mentioned Juan José Mendoza, a former member of the Constitutional Chamber, and Aime Nogal Méndez, the rector of the National Electoral Council who supported the results of the 2024 presidential elections.
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    Mexican Avocado Exports to US Surge by 35% in First Four Months of 2026

    Mexican avocado exports to the United States have shown a significant increase in the first four months of 2026, with a 35% rise compared to the same period in 2025. According to the Secretariat of Agriculture and Rural Development (Sader), over half a million tons of avocado were sent to the US during this period, with March alone seeing 148,511 tons exported. This positive trend is attributed to the competitiveness of the Mexican avocado production chain and its commitment to high-quality standards.
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    Lithuania Sends Firefighters to Aid France Amid Forest Fires

    Lithuania is dispatching a team of 32 firefighters, along with specialized equipment, to assist France in combating ongoing forest fires. The Lithuanian government made this decision at an extraordinary meeting, with the team set to operate under the EU Civil Protection Mechanism. France is currently experiencing one of its largest forest fires since World War II, with around 220,000 people evacuated and dozens of campsites closed due to the risk of fire spread.
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    Thunderstorms Expected in Hong Kong

    The Hong Kong Observatory has issued a special weather warning for thunderstorms expected to affect the city within the next one or two hours. The storms are developing in the southern and eastern parts of Hong Kong and are associated with a trough of low pressure. Citizens are advised to stay alert and monitor weather updates. Today's forecast includes mostly cloudy skies with thunderstorms and gusty winds, and rain at times. The highest temperature will be around 28°C. For the next two days, there will be times of heavy rain and thunderstorms, with a few showers expected on Tuesday.
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