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World news — August 9, 2026 - Page 7

World publications published on August 9, 2026 (UTC). This is a fixed calendar-day archive. Page 7 of 7.

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    Majority in Germany Oppose Abolition of 'Retirement at 63'

    A survey by Insa for 'Bild am Sonntag' shows that 68% of Germans reject the abolition of the early retirement option after 45 years of contributions, while only 24% support it. Trade union representatives, including those from Verdi, IG Metall, DGB, and Bauen-Agrar-Umwelt, have criticized the planned abolition, arguing that it disregards the life's work of long-term insured persons and is unfair. The Union's small business spokeswoman Gitta Connemann (CDU) has stated that the Union will stick to the pension reform project.
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    Opposition MP Throws Eggs at Kosovo's Acting Prime Minister

    An opposition MP, Time Kadrijaj from the Alliance party, threw eggs at Kosovo's acting Prime Minister Albin Kurti during a parliamentary session. The incident occurred after Kurti asked for more time to negotiate with other parties before proposing a candidate for the parliamentary presidency following early elections. Kurti appeared unfazed by the incident, stating that if being egged was the price of dialogue, 'I'm happy to pay that price.' The political crisis in Kosovo continues as Kurti's party struggles to form a government.
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    IV Continental Assembly of ALBA Movements Begins in Havana

    More than 150 delegates from 25 countries are meeting in Havana for the IV Continental Assembly of ALBA Movements from August 6 to 9. The event, under the slogan 'For socialism, a hundred years walking with Fidel', aims to articulate a unified struggle agenda against neoliberalism and strengthen regional integration. Representatives from various countries, including Ecuador and Venezuela, are participating and discussing political, economic, and social situations. The assembly also focuses on supporting Cuba and reaffirming solidarity with the country.
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