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World news — August 1, 2026 - Page 75

World publications published on August 1, 2026 (UTC). This is a fixed calendar-day archive. Page 75 of 148.

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  1. WorldMiddle East

    World Jiu Jitsu Championship 2026 Begins in Abu Dhabi

    The 2026 World Jiu Jitsu Championship has started in Abu Dhabi, with teams from various countries arriving for the event. The championship, held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Khalifa bin Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, will take place at Mubadala Arena from August 1 to 9. Over 1500 athletes are expected to participate, with the opening day featuring the World Cup under-14s and Masters category. The event is organized by the International Jiu-Jitsu Federation and hosted by the UAE Jiu-Jitsu and Mixed Martial Arts Federation.
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  4. WorldMiddle EastNorth America

    Communal Carpentry Shop Activated by Popular Consultation in Venezuela

    President Delcy Rodríguez visited a carpentry shop in La Limonera, Miranda, highlighting its reactivation through a popular consultation. The shop produces furniture using timber from the Orinoco region, supplying homes for the elderly, temporary camps, and new housing under the 'Venezuela Renace' plan. The visit aimed to promote the communal economy's role in Venezuela's endogenous development.
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  6. WorldPolicyReliefMiddle East

    Iran Warns U.S. Maritime Siege Could Close Hormuz Strait

    Mohammad Bagher Zolqadr, head of Iran's Supreme National Security Council, stated that the U.S.'s continued maritime blockade and deliberate actions could lead to the closure of the Strait of Hormuz and other bottlenecks, impacting the global economy and energy market, as well as American voters. Mohammad Bagher Qalibaf echoed these sentiments, warning that U.S. escalation would tighten the closure of the Strait of Hormuz and other maritime passages, with global economic and energy market consequences, and American voters bearing the brunt.
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    Argentine Stocks and Bonds React to Global Market Fluctuations

    Argentine stocks and bonds experienced mixed performance this week, influenced by global market trends. US stocks rebounded after initial losses, with tech stocks leading gains. Argentine stocks on the Buenos Aires Stock Exchange (S&P Merval) fluctuated, ending slightly down by 0.4% in pesos. Meanwhile, Argentine sovereign bonds in dollars (Bonares and Globals) advanced by an average of 0.6%. The yield on 10-year US Treasury bonds reached its highest level since 2006, impacting Argentine country risk which discounted 13 points to 430 basis points. Oil prices rose, with Brent and WTI ending two consecutive months of declines. Geopolitical tensions in the Middle East, particularly around the Strait of Hormuz, continued to influence markets.
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  8. WorldMiddle EastNorth America

    Iran, India Foreign Ministers Discuss Bilateral Relations, Regional Developments

    A telephone conversation took place between the foreign ministers of Iran and India, Seyed Abbas Araghchi and Subrahmanyam Jaishankar respectively. The discussion focused on bilateral relations and regional developments, with a particular emphasis on the security situation in the Strait of Hormuz. Iran's foreign minister attributed regional insecurity to U.S. violations of treaties and military aggression, including naval blockade. India expressed concern over the situation and readiness to help reduce tensions.
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  9. WorldMiddle East

    Israeli Occupation Forces Conduct Raids and Incursions in West Bank

    Israeli occupation forces carried out multiple raids and incursions across several West Bank towns and cities. In Nablus, forces gathered at Hawara checkpoint, raided Ein al-Beida refugee camp, stormed Beit Furik town, and conducted operations in Salim village, Tel village, and 'Asira ash-Shamaliya village. In Jenin, a checkpoint was set up at the Arraba roundabout. In Jerusalem, a female soldier invaded Shufat refugee camp. In Bethlehem, forces stormed Dar Salah town. In Ramallah, forces raided Birzeit town. No significant incidents were reported at Beit Furik barrier.
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  12. WorldMiddle EastNorth America

    Sweden Urges Spain to Regain Control Over Ceuta Migrant Crisis

    Swedish Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson has called on the Spanish government to swiftly regain control over the situation in Ceuta following a surge in migrant arrivals from Morocco. Kristersson emphasized the importance of Spain fulfilling its Schengen Treaty commitments and expressed readiness to adopt necessary measures to protect Sweden's security and migratory situation.
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    Spain Summons Italian Ambassador Over Schengen Remarks

    Spanish Foreign Minister José Manuel Albares summoned the Italian ambassador following statements by Italian Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani supporting the suspension of the Schengen Agreement with Spain due to the migration crisis in Ceuta. Albares described Tajani's statement as 'unworthy' and 'inappropriate', expressing that it was unbecoming of a partner country. The move comes amidst a diplomatic row between the two nations over a sharp increase in migrant arrivals in Spain's North African enclave.
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  17. WorldMiddle East

    Russian Army Reaches Dobropillya After Destroying Ukrainian Defense Perimeter

    Russian forces have destroyed the outer defensive perimeter of Dobropillya, reaching the outskirts of the city. This follows their capture of Svyatohirsk, Vodiane, and Chernihivka, effectively eliminating the Ukrainian Armed Forces' 'security cushion' from the south. Ukrainian troops must now rely on their inner defense line, but a lack of infantry may force them to spread their forces along the entire perimeter.
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  20. WorldRegulatorsMiddle EastChina

    AFP Monitors Chinese Warship in Philippine EEZ

    The Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) is closely tracking and monitoring a reported Chinese warship and an unmanned surface vessel sailing within the Philippine exclusive economic zone (EEZ). The AFP has stated that there is no immediate threat to public safety or national security, and urges the public to rely only on verified information from official government sources. The AFP is performing its mandate of safeguarding the country's maritime interests.
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  22. WorldMiddle East

    France Boosts Border Security with Spain Amid Immigration Crisis

    The French Interior Minister has announced an increase in border police along the France-Spain border and the Franco-Spanish railway corridor. This reinforcement comes in response to the recent immigration crisis in Ceuta, Spain, where hundreds of Moroccan migrants entered illegally. The French government will deploy more units, strengthen rail patrols, and increase aerial surveillance.
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