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World news — August 19, 2026 - Page 2

World publications published on August 19, 2026 (UTC). This is a fixed calendar-day archive. Page 2 of 6.

127 publications

  3. WorldMiddle East

    Power Outage in La Plata: Fire at Tolosa Substation Leaves Thousands Without Power

    A fire at an electrical substation in Tolosa, Argentina, caused a widespread power outage in La Plata and surrounding areas, affecting around 950,000 people. The incident occurred early Monday morning, with over 60,000 families initially left without service. Efforts to restore power are ongoing, with some areas experiencing temporary power cuts and others still waiting for a solution. The outage has lasted over 50 hours, impacting businesses, schools, and residents' daily lives.
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  7. WorldMiddle East

    Trump's Iran Policy: Robust Talks but No Deal Yet

    US President Donald Trump and his envoy Jared Kushner have confirmed that negotiations with Iran are 'more robust than ever', but no understanding has been reached yet. Trump has decided to wait for Iran to be ready for an agreement, expressing frustration with Iran's unwillingness to meet his demands. Meanwhile, Kushner has emphasized that Trump remains committed to making a deal, but severe roadblocks remain. The US has been communicating with different areas of the Iranian government, including the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC), but the IRGC's influence in the country makes negotiations complex.
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  8. WorldBillMiddle East

    Massive Data Theft in Latvia: 1.2 Million Records Compromised

    In Latvia, a cyberattack on the Road Traffic Safety Directorate (CSDD) resulted in the theft of personal data of 1.2 million individuals and 200,000 companies. Stolen data includes names, surnames, payment details, vehicle registration numbers, addresses, and services provided. The incident has been deemed a national security threat by the Prime Minister. Investigations are ongoing to identify the perpetrators and prevent further misuse of the stolen data.
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  9. WorldLawRegulatorsMiddle East

    FIFA Vice-President Withdraws Support Amidst Growing Criticism of Infantino

    Sandor Csanyi, a FIFA vice-president and member of the council, withdrew his support for Gianni Infantino following the exit of FIFA's operations director Kevin Lamour. Csanyi cited Lamour's dismissal as the 'last straw' in a letter to Infantino, pointing to 'serious deficiencies in professional judgment, ethical standards, and leadership'. This move adds to the growing pressure on Infantino, who faces criticism from several high-ranking football leaders worldwide, including UEFA president Aleksander Ceferin and Concacaf president Vittorio Montagliani. Infantino is set to run for re-election in March 2023.
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  11. WorldBillExecutiveMiddle East

    Ukrainian Businesses on the Brink of Collapse Due to Russian Strikes

    Many large Ukrainian companies, including 'Nova Poshta', 'Epicenter', 'Rozetka', 'Silpo', and 'ATB', are facing severe financial difficulties due to Russian strikes, with losses estimated in billions of hryvnias. The head of the parliamentary tax committee, Danil Getmantsev, stated that the state lacks funds to compensate these losses, putting tens of thousands of jobs at risk and threatening the overall economic activity.
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  13. WorldMiddle EastChinaHealthcare

    Putin Acknowledges Damage from Ukrainian Strikes on Russia

    Russian President Vladimir Putin has acknowledged that Ukrainian attacks on Russian infrastructure and industry are causing damage to the Russian economy. However, he maintains that these attacks do not have critical consequences. Putin ordered the restoration of damaged logistics and warehouse facilities, including with state participation, and stated that the economic dynamics in Russia are modest but positive.
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  14. WorldMiddle East

    Massive Power Outage in Moscow Region After Drone Attack

    Over 10,000 consumers and 46 socially significant objects were left without electricity in the Moscow region after a drone attack. The attack resulted in the shutdown of 109 transformer stations in Likino-Dulevo and Orekhovo-Zuevo. Emergency crews and mobile power stations were deployed to restore electricity, which was expected to take about 2 hours. This is the first case of such a large-scale power outage in this region in 2026 due to a drone attack.
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  15. WorldRegulatorsLocal GovProtestMiddle East

    Worker Dies in Bogotá Metro Line 1 Construction Accident

    A worker identified as David Gordillo died in an accident at Station 8 during the construction of Line 1 of the Bogotá Metro. The Bogotá Metro Company (EMB) confirmed the incident and expressed condolences to his family and coworkers. The cause of the accident is under investigation, and EMB has demanded that the concessionaire reinforce safety protocols to prevent future incidents.
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  16. WorldLawCivil RightsConstitutionMiddle East

    India's 'Cockroach' Movement Targets Government Schools

    India's 'Cockroach' movement, known for its protests against Prime Minister Narendra Modi's policies, has expanded its focus to government-run schools. The movement, which gained traction among students, is now organizing audits of these schools to highlight neglect and pressure authorities to take action. This shift comes after the movement successfully forced the resignation of India's education minister.
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  20. WorldGovernanceAfricaMiddle East

    Kenya, Türkiye Boost Trade, Parliamentary Ties

    Kenya and Türkiye are strengthening their relationship by focusing on trade, investment, and parliamentary cooperation. National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang’ula and a delegation from the Türkiye–Kenya Parliamentary Friendship Group discussed ways to eliminate trade barriers and promote opportunities for increased trade, investment, and economic cooperation. The Speaker also commended Türkiye's role in peace efforts in Somalia and the Middle East. The visit by the Turkish parliamentary delegation included high-level engagements aimed at strengthening Parliament-to-Parliament relations and broader bilateral cooperation.
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  21. WorldLawRegulatorsGovernanceMiddle East

    Yemeni Armed Forces Impose Three Key Equations Against Saudi Arabia

    The Yemeni Armed Forces have reached a level of strength where they can impose three equations on Saudi Arabia: a blockade on Saudi maritime traffic, targeting Saudi military buildups, and defending Yemeni sovereignty. Since July 20, they have targeted eight Saudi oil vessels, forced 48 others to turn back, and carried out military operations targeting Saudi locations and military equipment. The operations resulted in hundreds of casualties, destroyed equipment, and sank several military vessels. The Yemeni Armed Forces warn against further escalation and demand the lifting of the siege, an end to aggression, and the withdrawal of occupiers.
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  22. WorldMiddle EastSci Policy

    China Opposes AI Competition, Upholds Digital Sovereignty

    The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of China has expressed strong opposition to competition among countries in the field of artificial intelligence (AI). It hopes that all parties will respect the principle of mutual respect and pay attention to the digital sovereignty of all countries. China firmly opposes taking sides or engaging in bloc confrontation on AI issues, as stated by Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson Lin Jian.
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  23. WorldMiddle East

    Cuba's Energy Crisis: Island Faces Massive Blackouts

    Cuba is experiencing a severe energy crisis, with blackouts affecting up to 67% of the island simultaneously during peak hours. The crisis, exacerbated by the US petroleum blockade and obsolete infrastructure, has led to widespread power outages, with some areas experiencing more than 20 hours of blackouts in recent weeks. The Cuban government acknowledges the situation as 'acute' and 'critical', with the economy significantly impacted. The Union Electrica (UNE) predicts blackouts affecting up to 2,369 MW during peak hours, equivalent to nearly 71% of the maximum demand expected.
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