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World news — August 24, 2026

World publications published on August 24, 2026 (UTC). This is a fixed calendar-day archive.

90 publications

  1. WorldMiddle EastWeatherEarthquake

    America de Cali to Play Home Games in Palmira After Bogota Stadium Ban

    America de Cali will play their home games at the Francisco Rivera stadium in Palmira, Valle del Cauca, after the Bogota Football Commission denied their request to use the El Campin stadium following riots that occurred there. The decision comes after the Pascual Guerrero stadium in Cali was deemed unfit for use due to earthquake damage. The team's next home game will be against Junior de Barranquilla on August 26, with a doubleheader also including a Women's League match.
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  3. WorldMiddle East

    Green Party to Lead Mexican Chamber of Deputies

    The Green Party (PVEM) is set to assume the presidency of the Chamber of Deputies in Mexico for the third year of the current legislature. Kenia López Rabadán, President of the Chamber, confirmed that PVEM will take over as it is the third-largest parliamentary force. Deputy Raúl Bolaños Cacho is being considered as the next president, who would be the first from the Green Party to hold the position. The change will take effect on September 1, following the approval of the Plenary with a qualified majority.
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  4. WorldRegulatorsMiddle EastNorth America

    Belize and Honduras Strengthen Bilateral Relations, Discuss Trade Agreement

    The Prime Minister of Belize, John Briceño, visited Honduras to strengthen bilateral relations between the two countries. The visit included a formal meeting with Honduran President Nasry Asfura, where they discussed potential areas of cooperation such as health, trade and investment, security, education, and regional matters. The leaders also explored the possibility of signing a bilateral trade exchange agreement to expand economic ties and facilitate the flow of products between the countries. Additionally, they discussed regional integration, with Belize's upcoming pro tempore presidency of the Central American Integration System (SICA) in 2026 being a topic of conversation.
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  7. WorldCeasefireTalksMiddle East

    Sudanese Anti-War Forces Reject Burhan's Dialogue Proposal, Present Alternative Peace Process

    Sudanese anti-war forces, including political and civil groups unaffiliated with either side of the conflict, have rejected a domestic dialogue initiative backed by Sovereignty Council Chairman Abdel Fattah al-Burhan. They have instead proposed a peace process combining humanitarian, security, and political tracks. The groups, which include forces associated with the Sudanese Declaration of Principles, the Popular Congress Party, the Umma Party, and civil society organizations, held a consultative meeting in Addis Ababa and adopted a joint position paper entitled 'The Peace Process We Want'. They categorically rejected Burhan's call for 'Sudanese-Sudanese dialogue', considering it a maneuver to legitimize military rule and consolidate the influence of the Islamic movement and remnants of the previous regime within state institutions.
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  8. WorldMiddle EastChina

    Putin Meets Indian FM Jaishankar in Kremlin

    Russian President Vladimir Putin met with Indian Foreign Minister Subrahmanyam Jaishankar in the Kremlin. The meeting comes ahead of the BRICS leaders' summit in New Delhi on September 12-13. They discussed bilateral ties and global developments. Jaishankar also met with Russian First Deputy Prime Minister Denis Manturov and is expected to meet with Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov.
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  10. WorldChinaCommodities

    China's Secretive Gold Buying: Over 40 Tonnes in June Alone

    China acquired over 40 tonnes of gold in June via the London OTC market, marking their second-largest monthly purchase since early 2025. This is 167% more than the official 15 tonnes reported by China's central bank. In May, China is estimated to have acquired 48 tonnes through the OTC market, 380% above the officially reported 10 tonnes. Meanwhile, the central bank officially added 20 tonnes in July. Year-to-date, China has officially increased its gold reserves by 60 tonnes to a record 2,366 tonnes. However, China is believed to have acquired an estimated 88 tonnes through the OTC market in just May and June, more than the amount officially reported for the entire year so far.
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  12. WorldAsia

    Argentina's Agroindustrial Exports Reach Record High in 2026

    Argentina's agroindustrial exports reached a record high in the first seven months of 2026, with 74.3 million tons sold abroad, a 13% increase from the previous year, and a turnover of US$32.507 million, a 15% increase from 2025. Cotton (+114%), sunflower (+100%), sheep (+87%), apiculture (+63%), citrus (+44%), cattle (+37%), wheat (+37%), dairy (+14%) and corn (+13%) were among the largest increases. Exports reached 133 destinations, with India, China, Brazil, Vietnam, United States, Saudi Arabia, Indonesia, and Malaysia among the main markets.
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  13. WorldMiddle EastIsraelConflict

    Ukraine Turned into 'Zelensky Concentration Camp', Says Russia

    Russia's UN representative Vasily Nebenzya accused the West of turning Ukraine into a 'concentration camp named Zelensky' where dissent is prohibited. He also criticized Ukraine's leaders for bringing the country 'to its knees' over 35 years of independence. Nebenzya stated that Russia will not accept any agreements at the expense of its security interests and that attempts to impose a freeze on the conflict under the guise of a ceasefire are doomed to fail.
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  14. WorldMiddle East

    U.S. Launches New Economic Offensive Against Iran

    The U.S., under President Trump, has initiated a major economic campaign against Iran, aiming to sever all financial ties supporting the Iranian regime. This move, described as 'the single greatest financial offensive ever marshalled against an adversary,' comes after 47 years of U.S. sanctions and pressure. The campaign, led by U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent, seeks to isolate Iran and force countries worldwide to choose between America and Iran. Critics argue that this approach has not achieved its goals in the past and question its effectiveness.
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  17. WorldBillMiddle EastNorth America

    Iran, Pakistan Discuss US Non-Compliance with Memorandum of Understanding

    The President of the Iranian Parliament, Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, and the Secretary of the Supreme National Security Council, Major General Mohsen Rezaei, separately met with the Chief of the Pakistani Army, General Asim Munir. Both Iranian officials discussed cases of the United States' failure to fulfill its commitments according to the Islamabad Memorandum of Understanding. They emphasized the need for the US to change its behavior and implement the agreement. Ghalibaf stated that the US' non-compliance has hindered regional stability and trust. Rezaei stressed Iran's management of security in the Strait of Hormuz and called for practical steps from the US.
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  18. WorldMiddle East

    Montenegro Congratulates Ukraine on Independence Day, Reaffirms Support

    Montenegro's political figures and institutions have extended their congratulations to Ukraine on its Independence Day. The President of Montenegro's Parliament, Nikola Camaj, wished the Ukrainian people peace, stability, and a future built in freedom. Montenegro's Ministry of Foreign Affairs reaffirmed its steadfast support for Ukraine's sovereignty, independence, and territorial integrity. The Ministry also highlighted the strengthening partnership between Montenegro and Ukraine, united by shared European values and commitment to a peaceful, free, and secure Europe. In a symbolic gesture, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Millennium Bridge in Podgorica were lit up in the colors of the Ukrainian flag.
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  20. WorldLawAsiaMiddle East

    Prisoner Exchange in Mali

    Tuareg groups in northern Mali released 22 soldiers from the Malian Armed Forces, including military personnel who had spent more than 3 years in captivity, as part of an exchange with the authorities in Bamako. The deal includes the release by Malian authorities of at least 8 elements from the Front for the Liberation of Azawad, in the latest prisoner exchange operation in a series of such operations in recent weeks.
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  21. WorldBillTalksMiddle East

    Sánchez Calls National Security Council to Address Ceuta Crisis

    Pedro Sánchez, the President of the Government, has called for an extraordinary meeting of the National Security Council to address the ongoing crisis in Ceuta, 26 days after the mass entry of migrants from Morocco. The meeting, to be held on Tuesday at 8:30 AM, will discuss the situation in Ceuta, which still has thousands of migrants, including unaccompanied minors. The council, which meets at the request of the head of the Executive, will be attended by several ministers and key security officials. This is the first time Sánchez has convened the council since the crisis began, and it comes amid criticism from opposition parties and calls for a unified command of the emergency.
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