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World news — August 5, 2026 - Page 3

World publications published on August 5, 2026 (UTC). This is a fixed calendar-day archive. Page 3 of 4.

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  1. WorldLawMiddle EastNorth America

    North Korea Deploys Missile Unit in Russia for Ukraine War

    North Korea has begun deploying a missile unit in western Russia, equipped with 120 ballistic missiles and six launchers, for potential use against Ukraine. The unit, consisting of around 90 North Korean soldiers, is expected to be integrated into the 112th Rocket Brigade in the Voronezh region. Pyongyang has already sent a new batch of 40 ballistic missiles KN-23 and KN-24 to Russia, along with personnel. The final details of the deployment will be agreed upon during high-level talks next month.
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  2. WorldBillMiddle East

    Bangladesh Inaugurates July Uprising Memorial Museum

    On August 5, 2026, Bangladesh's Prime Minister Tarique Rahman inaugurated the 'July Uprising Memorial Museum' at Ganabhaban, the former official residence of ousted Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina. The museum, opened to mark the second anniversary of the fall of the Sheikh Hasina government, preserves memories and history of the July 2024 Mass Uprising through photographs, documents, video footage, and personal memorabilia. It will be open to the public from August 6.
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  3. WorldMiddle East

    Belarus Sends Second 'Slavic Caravan' Train to Uzbekistan

    Belarusian Railway has sent the second 'Slavic Caravan' transit freight train from Belarus to Uzbekistan. Departing from Orsha East Station on August 3, the train carries over 4,000 tons of Belarusian export products, including wood processing and high-value food products. It also includes goods destined for Kyrgyzstan and Tajikistan via Uzbekistan. The first train left on July 30 and is currently in Kazakhstan.
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  7. WorldMiddle EastChinaConflict

    Russia Escalates Attacks on Ukrainian Civilian Infrastructure

    Russian forces have expanded their targets in Ukraine, striking civilian infrastructure including food warehouses, logistics hubs, and retail stores. This comes after Ukrainian attacks on Russian warehouses, including those belonging to Wildberries. The strikes have caused an ammonia leak in Kyiv, and there are reports of civilian casualties. Ukrainian officials and analysts have criticized the Russian response as disproportionate and retaliatory.
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  8. WorldAfricaAsia

    TAT Partners with TransNusa and Traveloka to Boost Indonesian Tourism

    The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) has signed strategic partnerships with Indonesian airline TransNusa and online travel agency Traveloka. The collaborations aim to enhance air connectivity between Thailand and Indonesia, improve digital marketing, promote sustainable tourism, and increase the number of Indonesian visitors to Thailand. From January to July 2026, Thailand received 376,337 Indonesian tourists, with a target of 890,000 visitors for the full year.
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  12. WorldPeaceLeadershipAsia

    Over 1,300 Convicts Freed in Kazakhstan Amnesty

    Kazakhstan's Ministry of Internal Affairs has reported that over 1,300 convicted individuals have been released under a recent amnesty. This includes 620 people freed from correctional institutions, 724 individuals released from probation, and over 730 convicts whose sentences were reduced. The amnesty, signed by President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, is a one-time measure and does not apply to those convicted of certain severe crimes.
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  16. WorldNorth AmericaUkraineBiodiversity

    IOM Facilitates Voluntary Return of 127 Migrants from Tunisia to Guinea

    The International Organization for Migration (IOM) facilitated the voluntary return of 127 irregular migrants from Tunisia to Guinea via an air flight, as part of its Assisted Voluntary Return and Reintegration program. The group included 88 men, 17 women, and 22 children. The IOM has assisted over 4,305 migrants to return voluntarily to their countries since the beginning of 2026.
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  17. WorldAsiaMiddle EastUnited Kingdom

    EU Speeds Up Hungary, Slovakia's Russian Oil Rejection Amid Druzhba Pipeline Threat

    The European Commission is accelerating efforts to help Hungary and Slovakia refuse Russian oil, following threats to the Druzhba oil pipeline. The EU aims to ban all Russian energy carriers, and is working closely with Hungary and Slovakia to diversify their supplies. This comes after these countries temporarily halted diesel exports to Ukraine due to pipeline damage caused by a Russian attack. The EU seeks to end the cycle of disruptions leading to blocking of EU decisions.
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  18. WorldMiddle EastNorth AmericaMaritime

    Russia and Brazil Strengthen Naval Cooperation

    Russian Presidential Advisor Nikolai Patrushev visited Brazil to discuss and strengthen naval cooperation between the two countries. Topics covered included maritime security, naval construction, maritime logistics, port infrastructure, and international security. Patrushev met with Brazilian officials such as the Commander of the Brazilian Navy, the Minister of Ports, and the Presidential Advisor for International Affairs. The visit also included a phone conversation between Russian President Vladimir Putin and Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva.
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  19. WorldRegulatorsSoutheast AsiaWhite-collar

    Customs Seize Smuggled Goods Worth RM662,000 in Sabah

    Customs officers in Sabah, Malaysia, have seized smuggled goods worth RM662,000 in five separate cases across several districts last month. The seizures included subsidized items such as rice, cooking oil, and sugar, as well as untaxed cigarettes. Director of Sabah Customs, Dr. Ahmad Taufik Sulaiman, said the largest seizure was recorded in Tawau on July 27, involving six transporters and two men arrested. Joint operations with Indonesian Customs also resulted in seizures of cigarettes and other goods.
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  21. WorldMiddle East

    Fire Incidents in Ukraine: Multiple Fires Extinguished in Chernihiv and Kyiv Regions

    In the Pryluky district of Chernihiv region, a man was injured and large fires broke out due to enemy attacks, including a postal infrastructure facility and fuel trucks. In the Novhorod-Siverskyi district, a building of postal infrastructure caught fire. In Kyiv, firefighters extinguished all fires caused by Russian strikes in four districts (Obolonskyi, Sviatoshynskyi, Holosiivskyi, and Desnianskyi). No casualties were reported in Kyiv, while there was one injury in Chernihiv.
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  22. WorldMiddle EastIsraelEarth

    Iran Accuses Ukraine of Deliberate Strike on Iranian Ship

    Iran has accused Ukraine of deliberately striking an Iranian ship in the Caspian Sea, killing a crew member. Tehran possesses evidence supporting its claim, despite Ukrainian assurances of an unintentional incident. Iran has demanded compensation and threatened accountability for the attack. Additionally, Iran had prepared retaliatory strikes on Ukrainian targets but called them off after Kyiv's apology.
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  23. WorldMiddle EastConflictHealthcare

    Thai Interior Ministry Data Leak Exposes Senior Officials

    An IT expert revealed a major data breach at Thailand's Interior Ministry, exposing personal information of the prime minister, ministers, and senior officials. The leaked data includes national ID numbers, names, dates of birth, addresses, and ID photos, potentially facilitating identity fraud. The prime minister's office and police are investigating the leak, which may have been active for five years. The Personal Data Protection Committee is urged to enforce the Personal Data Protection Act.
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  24. WorldEarth

    Extreme Heat Wave in Macedonia

    Macedonia is experiencing a period of extremely hot weather, with temperatures reaching up to 40°C. The weather will be sunny and very hot with low to moderate local cloud cover, and a light to moderate wind from the north. In the afternoon, there may be conditions for isolated instability with brief showers and thunderstorms. This hot weather is expected to continue into the coming days, with some relief anticipated from Thursday onwards.
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