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World news — August 23, 2026 - Page 11

World publications published on August 23, 2026 (UTC). This is a fixed calendar-day archive. Page 11 of 23.

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    Warsaw Celebrates Ukraine's Independence Day

    On August 24th, Warsaw hosts a large-scale event celebrating Ukraine's Independence Day on Castle Square. The event, supported by the Mayor of Warsaw and the Ministry of Culture and National Heritage, features performances by Ukrainian military personnel, the presentation of the STAND WITH UKRAINE AWARDS, and concerts by Vidana and DakhaBrakha. Andrzej Seweryn, a prominent Polish actor and theater director, will also attend.
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    Kerala MPs to Hold Hunger Strike on Onam Against Palakkad Railway Division Bifurcation

    MPs from Kerala will stage a hunger strike on Onam day against the Centre's decision to bifurcate the Palakkad railway division and shift stations, including Mangaluru, to the Mysuru division. The protest will take place from 9 am to 6 pm on August 26 at the Palakkad Railway Divisional Office. Leaders argue that the move could cost the Palakkad division around Rs 600 crore in revenue and make decision-making more difficult for the northern districts of Kerala. Both UDF and LDF leaders have opposed the decision.
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    India, China to Hold 25th Round of Boundary Talks

    National Security Advisor Ajit Doval is set to visit Beijing on August 24 to meet Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi for the 25th round of Special Representatives talks on the boundary issue. The talks come ahead of Chinese President Xi Jinping's expected visit to India for the BRICS summit. Both sides aim to maintain peace and tranquility along the Line of Actual Control (LAC) and manage their differences.
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    Hungary's Paks Nuclear Power Plant Resumes Full Operation

    Hungary's Paks nuclear power plant, which produces nearly half of the country's electricity, has resumed full operation after low water levels in the Danube River affected its cooling capacity. The plant restarted its third reactor on Saturday and is expected to reach full capacity of 2000 megawatts by Wednesday. Emergency measures, including the construction of a weir and sinking of barges, were taken to raise the water level and enable the restart. The plant had been operating at reduced capacity since late July due to the drought and low water levels.
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    UK Considers Equipping Civilian Ships with Portable Sonar Systems to Detect Russian Submarines

    The UK is exploring the possibility of equipping civilian ships with affordable and portable fiber optic sonar systems capable of detecting Russian submarines and warships at distances over 60 miles. The technology, already tested by the Royal Navy and used by the Dutch military, could help offset the reduction in the British fleet and strengthen defense amid increasing Russian naval activity around UK waters and undersea cables.
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    Economist Fausto Spotorno Discusses Argentina's Economic Recovery and Social Perception

    Fausto Spotorno, economist and director of the Center for Economic Studies of OJ Ferreres and of the Institute of Economics of UADE, discusses Argentina's economic recovery. Despite improvements in macroeconomic indicators, many people feel worse off due to increased expenses for public services and a fall in real wages. Spotorno notes that the economy is still in recovery, but starting to think about what comes after leaving the hospital. He believes the wallet will dominate in 2027, but it's unclear if it will have the strength to determine political decisions.
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    Saudi Minister Meets Media Delegation in Paris

    Sultan bin Yusuf Al-Dosari, the Saudi Minister of Media, met with the media delegation accompanying Crown Prince Mohammad bin Salman during his visit to France. The minister emphasized the importance of the visit in strengthening the comprehensive strategic partnership between Saudi Arabia and France, and praised the media delegation's role in covering the visit.
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    Colombia's Steel Industry Donates 1,000 Tons for Chocó Earthquake Reconstruction

    The Association of National Entrepreneurs of Colombia (ANDI) announced a donation of 1,000 tons of steel from its affiliated companies for priority recovery works in Chocó department following a magnitude 7.4 earthquake. The donation, channeled through the Material Bank, covers 100% of the initial steel requirements for reconstruction. The initiative is supported by the Ministry of Housing, City and Territory and the National Unit for Disaster Risk Management (UNGRD). The steel industry expresses its solidarity and commitment to the affected region, ensuring high-quality, certified, and earthquake-resistant material.
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